Jashia Wright Fatal Stabbing Henderson Death and Obituary: Always In Our Hearts

Vincent Hoyle Road in Henderson was shaken early Sunday morning when deputies from the Vance County Sheriff’s Office responded to 187 Vincent Hoyle Road, Lot 7, and discovered 26-year-old Jashia Wright suffering from multiple stab wounds in the front yard. She was transported to Maria Parham Hospital, where she later died despite emergency efforts. Family, friends, and neighbors were left in shock, grappling with the sudden loss of a young life full of promise.

Sheriff Curtis Brame described the death as “tragic and heartbreaking” and commended deputies and investigators for their swift response. Authorities said the scene was quickly secured, and early indications suggest the incident was isolated. The investigation is ongoing as detectives continue gathering evidence and interviewing potential witnesses.

Within hours, deputies detained 24-year-old Naisha Wynn at the scene. She was taken to the Vance County Sheriff’s Office and subsequently charged with first-degree murder. Wynn is currently held without bond at the Vance County Detention Center pending legal proceedings.

Those who knew Jashia remembered her as bright, kind, and full of potential. Neighbors expressed shock at the violence, noting the sense of safety in the neighborhood has been deeply shaken. Small groups have gathered near the property, leaving flowers and notes in tribute as the community mourns.

Investigators are asking anyone with information about the incident to contact the Vance County Sheriff’s Office at 252-738-2200. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through local crime stoppers or the P3 Tips app as officials work to piece together the events leading to her death.

In the wake of the tragedy, friends and community members are organizing support for Jashia’s family. Vigils and memorials are planned, and residents continue to share memories, honoring her life while calling for justice. The community is united in grief, seeking accountability, and striving to support one another through an unimaginable loss.