NewsWFLA News Channel 8August 27, 2026Hillsborough
Hillsborough County judge dismisses second-degree murder charge in death of DJ Shy Guy
A Hillsborough County judge has dismissed a second-degree murder charge against the individual accused of shooting and killing Tampa DJ Dedrick Sykes, professionally known as DJ Shy Guy. The dismissal follows legal proceedings regarding the incident.
Read the full story at WFLA News Channel 8Why It Matters
The dismissal of this criminal charge ends the current prosecution for the death of a well-known local public figure, impacting the legal status of the accused and the resolution of the case for the victim's family.
Key Facts
- A Hillsborough County judge dismissed the second-degree murder charge against the man accused of killing Dedrick Sykes.
- Dedrick Sykes was a well-known Tampa DJ who performed under the name DJ Shy Guy.
- The family of Dedrick Sykes provided comments to 8 On Your Side following the court's decision.
Who's Mentioned
personDarren Jones“Family spokesperson”personKourtney Berry“Witness and girlfriend of Dedrick Sykes”personCurtis Reddick“Uncle of Dedrick Sykes”locationYbor City“Location of the incident”locationHillsborough County“Jurisdiction of the court”organization8 On Your Side“News outlet reporting the story”personJoel Moreno-Cobo“Defendant in the murder case”personDedrick Sykes“Victim, also known as DJ Shy Guy”personLyann Goudie“Hillsborough County Circuit Judge”