Charlotte, NC, September 17, 2026 —

RALEIGH, NC – North Carolina Governor Josh Stein announced Tuesday that a reward of $25,000 is being offered for information that leads to the arrest and conviction of the individual responsible for the 2016 shooting death of 7-year-old A’yanna Allen. The incident occurred in Salisbury, North Carolina.

A’yanna Allen was killed in a shooting incident in 2016. The case has remained unsolved, and the governor’s office is now seeking public assistance to bring closure to the victim’s family and hold the perpetrator accountable.

The reward is intended to incentivize individuals who may possess crucial details about the shooting that have not yet been shared with law enforcement. Authorities are urging anyone with knowledge of the incident, no matter how insignificant it may seem, to come forward.

The specific circumstances surrounding A’yanna Allen’s death were not detailed in the announcement regarding the reward. The identity of the shooter or potential suspects has not been publicly disclosed.

Governor Stein emphasized the importance of resolving cold cases and seeking justice for victims, particularly young ones. The $25,000 reward is a significant incentive for tips that could prove instrumental in advancing the investigation.

Law enforcement agencies involved in the original investigation continue to pursue leads. The North Carolina State Bureau of Investigation (SBI) and local Salisbury police are expected to work in conjunction with any new information provided as a result of the reward offer.

Individuals with information are encouraged to contact the relevant authorities. The exact point of contact and procedure for submitting tips anonymously or otherwise were not immediately detailed, but details are expected to be released by the governor’s office or investigating agencies.


Story summarized from the original created by Spencer Chrisman on www.wbtv.com, see more information here.

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