Clayton County, Georgia – The family of nineteen-year-old Kiyre Allen has raised the reward to $25,000 in hopes of finding his killer. Allen was one of five individuals shot at an apartment complex off Riverdale Road in August 2022.
The tragic incident occurred outside the Parks at Leeds in Clayton County, where Allen had recently graduated from Creekside High School just a few months prior. His mother, Catrice, expressed the pain of the loss and her patience in seeking justice for her son.
While the events leading up to the shooting have not been disclosed by the authorities, it is understood that the altercation began with an accusation regarding a stolen dirt bike involving Allen and his friends. The lack of closure has spurred Allen’s family to increase the reward in the hopes of motivating anyone with information to come forward.
Despite the ongoing investigation by Clayton County officials, no suspect has been identified in the case. The family continues to hold out hope for answers, with Catrice Allen expressing forgiveness towards the perpetrator, whom she refers to as her son and best friend.
In addition to trusting in the investigative efforts, Allen is taking proactive steps to honor her son’s memory. She has organized a community event called “Shoot Hoops, Not Guns” aiming to engage youth and promote a message of peace and unity. The event is scheduled to take place at Jamestown Park on Sunday at 4 p.m.
The family urges anyone with information regarding the tragic incident to reach out to Clayton police or contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 404-577-TIPS. Catrice Allen remains steadfast in her belief that her son is watching over them from heaven, his presence felt strongly by those who knew and loved him.