Street in Jacksonville renamed in honor of teen who was killed in 2010
Share and Follow


16-year-old Tiphne Hollis was shot and killed in a drive-by shooting in March 2010. While it’s now considered a cold case, her family hopes her legacy lives on.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Lenox Square on Jacksonville’s Westside has been renamed in honor of a Jacksonville teenager who was killed 15 years ago.

16-year-old Tiphne Hollis’ murder is unsolved and now considered a cold case. She was shot and killed in a drive-by shooting in March 2010 on Belfort Street in the Mixon town area.

Her mother isn’t giving up hope and is persistent in keeping Hollis’ name alive.

Now, the street leading to the foundation and school formed in her honor also bears her name.

Since Hollis’ murder, her family has been working hard, seeking justice. They’ve held marches, given out flyers and spoken out, begging for someone to come forward with information about who shot Hollis.

“It’s a sad situation. My daughter is gone. And it’s sad that we are all still out here fighting for justice, but the good thing is that we are keeping Hollis’ legacy alive. That’s the best thing of anything,” said Hollis’ mother, Shanda Whitaker-Ward.

Whitaker-Ward says she will stop at nothing for her daughter to get justice.

“We truly truly miss her, and I’m going to keep her legacy alive. When I’m gone, it will be here forever, and people will remember her,” Whitaker-Ward said.

The official ribbon cutting ceremony for the new street will be held in August.

If you know anything about what happened to Hollis, it’s never too late to call in a tip.

You can remain anonymous by calling CrimeStoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS (8477).

Share and Follow
You May Also Like
Police find items belonging to Chance Englebert, attorney says 

Breaking News: Crucial Evidence Uncovered in Chance Englebert Case

A significant development has surfaced in the ongoing case of Chance Englebert,…
Country star engaged after most Nashville proposal ever famous venue

Country Music Star Announces Engagement Following Iconic Nashville Proposal at Renowned Venue

Country music sensation Ruston Kelly has announced his engagement to his girlfriend,…
Blue city street takeover suspects torched police cruiser in 'hell-bent' attack on cops: union chief

Governor of a Democratic State Commits to Strict Measures Against Street Takeovers Following Violent Assault on Law Enforcement

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced that authorities issued over 232 civil citations…
Colorado driver walks away from dangerous 300-foot highway crash with minor injuries: 'A miracle'

Colorado Driver Survives 300-Foot Highway Plunge with Only Minor Injuries

A driver remarkably emerged with only minor injuries after their vehicle plummeted…
'Survivor 49' star Matt Williams explains shading Sandra Diaz-Twine

Survivor 49′ Contestant Matt Williams Reveals Why He Critiqued Sandra Diaz-Twine

Beware of critiquing the reigning champion. Before being eliminated from “Survivor 49”…
Hateful oaf ruined wedding excitement as we boarded Delta flight

Wedding Joy Turns Sour: Unruly Passenger Disrupts Delta Flight

Donald Adler recently marked a pivotal moment in his life with a…
Woman screamed Charlie Kirk slur while threatening to kill ICE agents

Shocking Confrontation: Woman’s Rant Against Charlie Kirk & Threats to ICE Agents Go Viral

A hair stylist from Massachusetts has been taken into custody following a…
Trump finalizes $1.6B loan for power lines initiated by Biden

Trump Secures $1.6B Loan to Advance Power Line Projects Originated Under Biden’s Initiative

The Trump administration is set to approve a substantial $1.6 billion loan…