As the anniversary of Ashton Fort’s tragic death approaches, his family in Macon, Georgia, is still searching for answers regarding the 18-year-old’s murder. Fort was shot and killed on August 17, 2022, on Nisbet Drive, leaving his loved ones grappling with grief and longing for justice.
Ashton’s mother, Joyraya Cherry, was at work when she received the devastating news from her older son. “He was like, ‘Mom, Ashton’s just been shot.’ And I was like, everything just went blank,” she recalled, overwhelmed with panic and a whirlwind of emotions.
Brenda Cherry, Ashton’s grandmother, described her grandson as caring and sweet, always eager to help. The day he was killed, she had planned to discuss a personal problem he was facing, but her call went unanswered. “So, when I got that call it was heart-wrenching,” she said, reflecting on the loss.
As the family approaches the anniversary of Ashton’s death, they continue to seek closure and understanding. They have turned to their faith for comfort, supporting one another during this difficult time. “Praying, God. That’s it,” Joyraya shared about their coping mechanism.
Despite the heartache, the family has chosen to extend empathy and compassion towards those involved in Ashton’s death. “We pray for their family. We pray for them because guess what? They’re going to be devastated when the truth gets told,” Brenda stated, emphasizing their commitment to forgiveness while vowing never to forget Ashton.
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has identified a person of interest in the case but acknowledges that more investigation is needed. They encourage anyone with information related to Fort’s murder to come forward by contacting the sheriff’s office at (478) 751-7500.
As the anniversary nears, the family’s resolve to find answers and honor Ashton’s memory remains strong. For updates and ongoing coverage on this case and other crime-related news, stay connected with hiphopraisedmetheblog.com.
