Justice for Jaylin McKenzie
Memphis, Stand With Jaylin
Remember His Life. Demand Justice.
Federal Civil Rights Trial
February 22, 2027
A Mother's Call
He Was Somebody's Only Child. He Was My Son.
On December 16, 2022, 20-year-old Jaylin KeShawn Emmett McKenzie lost his life following an encounter with the Memphis Police Department.
Jaylin was a son, a nephew, a cousin, a friend, a creative soul, and a young man with dreams, goals, and a future ahead of him. He was more than a police report. He was more than a headline. He was more than another name added to the growing list of lives lost during encounters with law enforcement.
For nearly four years, I have fought for answers, transparency, accountability, and justice for Jaylin. Now, we are approaching a critical moment in this fight.
Jaylin KeShawn Emmett McKenzie
February 6, 2002 — December 16, 2022
Forever 20. Forever Loved.
Memphis, We Need You
Here Is How You Can Help
Show Up for Jaylin
Stand with our family as we enter the courtroom seeking accountability. Your presence sends a powerful message that Jaylin has not been forgotten.
Pack the Courtroom
Let the justice system see that Jaylin has not been forgotten. Attendance is subject to courtroom capacity and court rules.
Spread His Story
Share Jaylin's name, his photograph, and his story. Help us reach every corner of Memphis and beyond.
Call on Community Leaders
We need pastors, organizations, elected officials, advocates, and community members to stand for transparency and accountability.
Stand With Impacted Families
This fight is bigger than one family. Every family deserves answers when a loved one dies during an encounter with law enforcement.
Silence Is Not an Option
Memphis, we need your voice. We will not be silenced. We will not forget. We will continue to demand accountability.
Take Direct Action
Call & Email Your Officials
Contact Memphis and Tennessee officials directly. Request transparency, police accountability, and evidence preservation.
From Ashley McKenzie
I Will Speak for Him
My son cannot walk into that courtroom and tell his story. So I will speak for him.
My son cannot demand accountability. So I will demand it for him.
My son cannot fight for his future. So I will fight for his legacy.
I am not asking anyone to prejudge the evidence. I am asking you to stand for a fair process, transparency, and accountability. Jaylin deserved the opportunity to live his life, pursue his dreams, and come home to his family.
A badge does not place anyone above the law.
Memphis, will you stand with us?
— Ashley McKenzie, Jaylin's Mother
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🕊️ Jaylin KeShawn Emmett McKenzie
February 6, 2002 — December 16, 2022
Forever 20. Forever Loved. Never Forgotten.