According to New Musical Express Jay Reatard’s sudden death at the age of twenty-nine is being investigated as a possible homicide. This is what NME posted:
“According to My Fox Memphis, police in the US city are searching for a possible suspect in the case of the late rocker, who was found dead in his home on Tuesday morning. However, the story was subsequently removed from the website, leading to growing speculation on fansites.”
The police are now searching for a possible suspect and asking the public to come forward with any information. Tips can be submitted via phone at (901) 528-2247 or at 528cash.org. They’re offering a reward of up to $1000 for any information that results in an arrest.