The Phenix City Police Department continues to investigate a September 23, 2021, homicide and seeks the public’s help in identifying the suspect. It has been three years to the date since this senseless fatal shooting occurred, and investigators and family continue to seek answers.

On Thursday, September 23, 2021, at approximately 4:45 a.m., Phenix City Police units responded to the 900 Block of 10th Avenue and Willie Boddie Street regarding an unresponsive person lying in the roadway. The victim was identified as Caleb “Jay” Holden and was pronounced deceased on the scene.

The circumstances surrounding this ongoing homicide are under investigation. No further details have been released at this time.

Investigators and the family of the victim are asking for answers and are asking anyone with information regarding this homicide investigation to please come forward. When you call CrimeStoppers, you will remain anonymous.

Central Alabama Crimestoppers continues to take a stand against violence and is increasing the reward in this investigation. CrimeStoppers is now offering a $2,500.00 cash reward for any information that leads to the identification and arrest of the suspect.

If you have any information regarding this homicide investigation, please immediately call the Police or CrimeStoppers using our 24-hour tip line at 334-215-STOP (7867) or 1-833-AL1-STOP (251-7867), use our all-new text-to-tip feature by texting keyword 215stop to 738477 or download our P3-tips app. Make sure you receive a Tip ID and Password in order to dialog with Investigators in case there is a follow-up question. Your Tip may lead to a Cash Reward!

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