The Tampa community has been shaken by the tragic loss of a popular local DJ, who was fatally shot in Ybor City. Tampa Police Department has confirmed that the man was 41-year-old Dedrick Sykes, known to many as DJ ShyGuy. The shooting occurred near E 5th Avenue and N 22nd Street on Friday around 7 p.m., reported WFLA. Sykes was found with a gunshot wound and later succumbed to his injuries at a local hospital.
Details surrounding the incident are still emerging, but according to WTSP, detectives believe the shooting stemmed from a verbal argument that escalated quickly. It is not yet clear what transpired exactly to tragically take the life of Sykes, but witnesses and authorities are hoping to quickly piece together the events to find resolution and bring about justice.
Sykes, as DJ ShyGuy, was a well-known figure in Tampa's music scene, remembered fondly by those who knew him for his passion for music and his ability to bring people together. Friends and family of the DJ are now left to grapple with the sudden loss. "DJ ShyGuy" was a beloved character in the community, and his death has left a void for many. Despite the tragedy of the incident, investigators have noted that Sykes showed no signs of impairment following the shooting, as reported by FOX 13 News.
