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NewsWFLA (NBC 8) — Hillsborough CountyAugust 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.

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Why It Matters

The dismissal of the murder charge ends the current criminal prosecution against the defendant in the death of a well-known local public figure.

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 a statement to 8 On Your Side following the court's decision.

Who's Mentioned

personDr. Darren Jones“Spokesperson for the Sykes family”personKourtney Berry“Witness and girlfriend of Dedrick Sykes”personCurtis Reddick“Uncle of Dedrick Sykes”locationHillsborough County“Jurisdiction of the court and incident”organization8 On Your Side“The news outlet that reported on the family's statement.”personJoel Moreno-Cobo“Defendant in the murder case”personDedrick Sykes“Victim, also known as DJ Shy Guy”personLyann Goudie“Hillsborough County Circuit Judge”