Malik Sykes Death – Dead | Obituary – Passed Away
Malik Sykes Death – Dead: A great loss was made known to InsideEko. As friends and families of the deceased are mourning the passing of their loved and cherished Malik Sykes.
Having heard about this great loss, the family of this individual is passing through pains, mourning the unexpected passing of their beloved.
This departure was confirmed through social media posts made by Twitter users who pour out tributes, and condolences to the family of the deceased.
Murder Investigation Leads to Arrest
On Tuesday, July 7, 2020, patrol officers responded to the area of 800 Edgewood Avenue West in reference to an individual who had been shot. Upon arrival, officers located the victim, who was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office Homicide Unit and Crime Scene Unit responded to conduct an investigation. Investigative efforts revealed that the deceased, Malik Sykes (Black/Male, 22), and a second suspect had attempted to commit an armed robbery. In the course of committing this offense, Sykes was shot and killed as a result.
The second suspect in the armed robbery attempt was subsequently identified as:
Shantez Forbes
Black/Male
21 years oldOn Wednesday, August 26, 2020, the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force located and arrested Shantez Forbes. He has been charged with Second Degree Felony Murder, Shooting or Throwing Deadly Missiles, Attempted Armed Robbery, and Unlicensed Carrying a Concealed Firearm.
We are still working on getting more details about the death, as a family statement on the death is yet to be released.
