Keith Larnel Blair : Asheville Police Seek Answers in 3-Year-Old Homicide

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Asheville police are still investigating a homicide case from three years ago, where a man was fatally shot in a west Asheville business. Keith Larnel Blair, 31, was killed inside Westville Pub in May 2021, with another person also injured but recovering. Jhakar Horace Davis was identified as being armed at the scene but was not charged with Blair’s murder. Despite ongoing efforts, crucial questions remain unanswered. Witnesses are urged to come forward, with evidence including shell casings and recovered guns. The Asheville Police Department seeks closure for the victim’s family and asks anyone with information to call 828-252-1110.

The Tragic Homicide Case Unfolding in West Asheville

In a heartbreaking turn of events, Asheville police are still searching for answers in a homicide case that shook the community three years ago. The incident took place in a bustling west Asheville business, Westville Pub, where a man lost his life to a fatal gunshot wound.

The Night of May 29, 2021

On the fateful night of May 29, 2021, Keith Larnel Blair, aged 31, tragically lost his life after being shot inside Westville Pub. Another individual was also injured in the shooting but thankfully managed to recover from their wounds.

A Suspect Identified

After an extensive investigation, the Asheville police identified Jhakar Horace Davis as a person of interest who was present in the business armed with a handgun on the night of the shooting. While Davis was arrested on charges related to the unlawful possession of a firearm, he was not directly linked to Blair’s tragic demise. Shockingly, Davis himself met a tragic end when he was shot and killed on July 12, 2021.

Unanswered Questions and Plea for Witnesses

Despite the tireless efforts of law enforcement, crucial questions surrounding the case remain unanswered. Captain Joe Silberman, who oversees criminal investigations at the Asheville Police Department, stressed the importance of witnesses coming forward to provide vital information. The evidence recovered from the scene includes nearly 30 shell casings from three different firearms and two guns, highlighting the complexity of the investigation.

Seeking Closure for a Grieving Family

The Asheville Police Department is urging anyone with information regarding the case to come forward and help bring closure to Blair’s grieving family. The quest for justice continues, and every piece of information is crucial in solving this tragic mystery.

If you have any information that could assist in this investigation, please contact the Asheville Police Department at 828-252-1110.

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