Houston, TX, August 2, 2026 —

Authorities are seeking information concerning the death of Jaylon Fox, a 19-year-old who was fatally shot in Houston’s Third Ward on Easter Sunday 2025. A reward is currently being offered for any details that may assist in the investigation.

The incident occurred on Easter Sunday, 2025, in the Third Ward area of Houston. Specific details regarding the circumstances leading up to the shooting, the exact location within the Third Ward, and the identity of the shooter or shooters have not been released by law enforcement. The Houston Police Department is leading the investigation.

The reward is intended to encourage members of the public who may possess crucial information to come forward. Law enforcement officials have emphasized the importance of community cooperation in resolving cases of violent crime.

No further information regarding the reward amount or the timeline for its distribution was provided. The contractor’s name was not provided. The fine amount was not provided. The permit status was not provided. The inspection outcomes were not provided. The code violations were not provided. The outcome of the investigation remains pending as authorities continue to gather evidence and seek witnesses.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Houston Police Department. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.



Story summarized from the original created by Briahn.Hawkins@fox.com (Briahn Hawkins) on www.fox26houston.com, see more information here.

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