Charlotte Weeps: Remembering Prince “PJ” TCB, A Light Too Bright for the Dark

3 PM Silence: A Life Stolen in a Senseless Act

The tragedy on Oakwood Road is more than just a headline; it is a raw wound in the heart of the Charlotte community. At 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 2, a moment of senseless violence stole a beloved son, brother, and friend—Prince TCB, known simply and lovingly as “PJ.” The details of the double shooting are chilling, but the fact of PJ’s loss is devastating. It highlights a dangerous reality: that a vibrant, contributing life can be extinguished in a flash, leaving behind only the wreckage of grief.

PJ was a cornerstone of his community. He was known for his relentless positivity, his genuine, warm-hearted spirit, and his commitment to lifting others up. He was the kind of person who made his corner of the world better simply by existing in it. Now, that corner is marked by a police investigation and the agonizing sorrow of those who knew him. This was not a death in quiet repose; it was a violent, public tragedy that ripped him away from a family and community that adored him, leaving an unspeakable void that echoes with the demand for answers.

The Legacy He Leaves: Kindness as an Act of Resistance

In the midst of this profound mourning, the stories of PJ’s life become our strength. His “legacy of love, compassion, and community support” is not boilerplate praise; it is the truth of his character. Friends and family share stories of his readiness to help, his infectious laughter, and his unwavering belief in the good of people. His life was a testament to the power of kindness as an active, daily choice.

For his loved ones, the journey now shifts from shock to the painful work of preservation: preserving his memory, his spirit, and the values he stood for. When a good person is taken violently, we risk letting the manner of their death overshadow the beauty of their life. Our duty, as a community, is to resist that. We must use the light PJ left behind to illuminate the path forward, ensuring his name stands for unity, not division, and for peace, not the violence that claimed him.

A Community’s Vow: Seeking Justice and Ending the Cycle

While the police work diligently to bring justice to this case, community leaders have rightly stepped forward, urging both calm and cooperation. Closure for PJ’s loved ones is inextricably tied to accountability. Anyone who saw anything, who knows anything, holds the key to ending the agonizing uncertainty for his family. Silence cannot be an option when a life like PJ’s is violently erased.

The tragedy of Prince “PJ” TCB is not just a call for justice in this single case, but a desperate plea for peace across our neighborhoods. We must advocate for real safety and peace, not just in the aftermath, but every single day. Let the grief we feel today be channeled into meaningful action—action that honors PJ’s boundless heart and works toward a Charlotte where no other life is lost to such senseless violence.