CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A man is now facing charges in the death of a Charlotte teen more than two weeks later.
24-year-old Tryshon Herron has now been charged with murder and robbery with a dangerous weapon, according to the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department. Herron is accused of killing 18-year-old Jaavion Blackmon.
Blackmon was found shot to death along Wendover Road in the southeast area of the city on May 15.
The investigation is still ongoing. Anyone with information can call CMPD at 704-432-TIPS to speak directly with a homicide detective. Anonymous Crime Stoppers tips can also be submitted online or called in to 704-334-1600.
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