Justice for Jaylen Reeves

02/25/2026

After stabbing Jaylen in the chest and back multiple times, the teen that killed him claimed self-defense.

In a Snapchat conversation on the morning of November 16, he allegedly told a friend that he was “scared there may have been video surveillance of the incident.”

Why would he be “scared” there may be video of what happened that night?

Concerning details like these demand to be heard in court. Join the fight for justice by visiting justiceforjaylenreeves.org.

02/11/2026

Tomorrow we will be representing Jaylen at the State Capitol for the 3rd annual Justice Reform Advocacy Day.

We look forward to supporting and strategizing with other advocates, families, and organizations doing important work to make Arizona safer and the legal system more equitable for everyone.

We know Jaylen will be with us, as he is every day. We continue this fight knowing he is guiding us and sending us strength and courage. 💙

02/04/2026

[NEW STORY] Jaylen was unarmed and stabbed once in the chest and three times in the back during an altercation that lasted minutes.

In a statement containing troubling inconsistencies and contradictions, the teen that killed him claimed self-defense.

When pressed about her decision not to file charges, Rachel Mitchell hid behind Arizona's controversial self-defense laws. She acted as if the decision not to move forward was out of her hands.

Why, then, did she allow a grand jury to decide one of the cases in this news segment? Why would she deny Jaylen the same opportunity—a CHILD who was violently killed?

All cases of juvenile homicide should automatically be reviewed by a jury, self-defense claim or not. Especially in cases of extreme violence such as Jaylen's. And especially when detectives find evidence of second degree murder.

Help us push Rachel Mitchell to let a jury see this evidence. Visit justiceforjaylenreeves.org for ways to get involved.

Families claim murder suspects are escaping charges because of Arizona's strong self-defense laws.

02/04/2026

Our family is demanding accountability. You should too. Experts concluded the facts supported second-degree murder, yet justice was denied.

The self-defense claim used to excuse Jaylen’s death is weak and fabricated. We also believe the excuses and lack of action from Rachel Mitchell’s office reflect a failure to serve justice for a child. Jaylen’s life mattered, and he deserves more than silence and excuses.

We will continue to speak out, for Jaylen and for the truth.

JusticeforJaylenReeves.org
Stand with us.

01/25/2026

Fighting for justice is hard work. We miss Jaylen so much it physically hurts but we have to keep going. We told him we wouldn't give up and we won't. Ever. He's here giving us strength to continue this battle. What's been done to him is wrong, and we're fighting not just for him but for every family that has felt this pain, and for the families that someday will.

Our elected officials should care more about our safety than their careers. That is their job. Our communities should be PROTECTED, not used as pawns for career advancement and in re-election bids. Jaylen was worth more than that. We all are. The injustice of the "justice system" runs deep and we're determined to bring it to light. We keep going.

01/16/2026

Reminder that tonight we are lighting a candle to mark 14 months without justice. Please join us by lighting a candle at home and tagging us if you participate 💙

January 16, 2026 will mark 14 months without Jaylen, and without justice. On the 16th of every month, we invite you to light a candle at home in memory of Jaylen and in protest of the injustice that remains unresolved. Families affected by extreme violence should not be ignored or sidelined by

01/05/2026

January 16, 2026 will mark 14 months without Jaylen, and without justice.

On the 16th of every month, we invite you to light a candle at home in memory of Jaylen and in protest of the injustice that remains unresolved.

Families affected by extreme violence should not be ignored or sidelined by the justice system. This is a quiet act of remembrance and a public act of refusal. We will light a candle every month until justice is served.

If you participate, please share a photo of your candle and tag us on Instagram. We will repost your photo to honor Jaylen and to demonstrate our resolve. Thank you for your continued support 💙

January 16, 2026 will mark 14 months without Jaylen, and without justice. On the 16th of every month, we invite you to light a candle at home in memory of Jaylen and in protest of the injustice that remains unresolved. Families affected by extreme violence should not be ignored or sidelined by

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas Jaylen. We love you so much.

12/19/2025

Come see us at our letter-writing booth tomorrow! Sending a letter (even if you already have!) is an easy way to get involved in the fight for justice. We have inundated Rachel Mitchell's office with these letters and won't stop until she does the right thing.

Saturday, December 20
10am - 3pm
Ironwood Library
4333 East Chandler Boulevard, Phoenix, AZ, 85048

Details on the site ↓

Join the family in signing and sending letters to County Attorney Rachel Mitchell demanding justice for Jaylen. Can’t attend in person? View instructions for sending your own letter here . Your support makes a difference!

12/18/2025

[Your] [homeboy] [is] done [for].

This is the text the killer sent shortly after stabbing Jaylen multiple times, including three times in the back.

As Jaylen lay dying in the street, he seemingly gloated about what he had done. Went home with friends, ordered food delivery, and slept.

County Attorney Rachel Mitchell claims to have reviewed Jaylen’s case and decided there was no likelihood of conviction. This is just one detail of many that a jury—and the public—should get to hear.

Rachel Mitchell has the power to change her decision at any time. Help us demand that she present Jaylen’s case to a jury by going to justiceforjaylenreeves.org/take-action.

12/15/2025

Tonight we attended the The Compassionate Friends Worldwide Candle Lighting to honor the memory of children lost. Jaylen's friends and family that couldn't be there in person lit a candle at home in his name.

Our pain feels unique to us but we know it is shared by families everywhere. Tonight we took a moment not just to honor Jaylen but to be in community with other grieving parents, grandparents, siblings, aunts and uncles, and cousins. It doesn't get easier but we know we're not alone.

12/14/2025

Join us this Sunday, on December 14th, as we light candles in remembrance of our children, grandchildren, or siblings who have died. Please visit our website to register to attend our virtual candle lighting or to find a service near you.