WARNER ROBINS, Ga. – A tragic incident has left a family grieving in Warner Robins, Georgia, after 14-year-old TraQuavis Holloway was shot and killed during an altercation on Saturday night. According to reports, TraQuavis had asked his father for a ride to the movies that evening, a simple request that would tragically end in his untimely death.
His father, Tommie Holloway, recalled the heartbreaking moment when TraQuavis asked to go to the movies, and he reluctantly agreed to take him. Little did he know that it would be the last time he saw his son alive. After dropping TraQuavis off at the Galleria Cinema, the family received a devastating phone call just 20 minutes later, informing them that something had happened to TraQuavis.
Police Sgt. Justin Clark revealed that the incident started at the cinema when a group of juveniles was asked to leave the premises. The altercation then escalated as they moved across the street to a nearby dealership, ultimately resulting in TraQuavis being shot in the head, despite not being involved in the initial argument.
The alleged shooter, a 13-year-old, was apprehended shortly after the incident, while TraQuavis was left fighting for his life. He tragically succumbed to his injuries, leaving his family to mourn the loss of a young man with a passion for sports and a bright, infectious smile.
Tommie Holloway, devastated by the senseless loss of his son, spoke out about the growing concerns of violence and crime among teens, urging for a change and better education on the dangers of gun violence. He expressed the pain of losing the opportunity to see his son grow up and live a full life, and he emphasized the need for communities to address the prevalence of gun violence among youth.
In the wake of this tragedy, Warner Robins leaders addressed the recent string of homicides in the area, highlighting the need for community action and support. Following the incident, the 13-year-old suspect is set to be tried as an adult, facing charges of felony murder, aggravated assault, and two gun-related charges.
As the community grapples with the loss of TraQuavis and the surge of violence among young people, the incident serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for intervention and support to prevent further tragedies. The family’s devastation underscores the broader impact of gun violence on families, and their plea for change resonates with communities far and wide.