Jakolbi Taylor Obituary, – The family of a teenager from Virginia who was tragically shot and killed in Myrtle Beach over the weekend is seeking answers. The 16-year-old, Jakolbi Taylor, was visiting Myrtle Beach from Roanoke, Virginia, with an AAU basketball team when the incident occurred at the beach access on 16th Avenue North.
Myrtle Beach police responded to the scene just after 1:15 a.m. on Saturday, but details surrounding the shooting are scarce, and no suspects have been identified. WMBF News has requested additional information and a police report, which has not been received as of Monday morning. Taylor was set to leave for Winston-Salem, North Carolina, to join another AAU team for an important tournament attended by college coaches and scouts. Described as a young man of exceptional character and a radiant spirit,
Taylor was recognized as one of the top players in Virginia’s 2026 recruiting class. His family emphasized that his legacy goes beyond his athletic achievements, mourning the loss of a beloved community member with much more to offer. The investigation into the shooting is ongoing.
