Forever 23: In Loving Memory of Chris’Shawn Ahmad Sewell

Forever 23: In Loving Memory of Chris’Shawn Ahmad Sewell

The Fayetteville community is wrapped in sorrow as it mourns the heartbreaking loss of Chris’Shawn Ahmad Sewell, a vibrant 23-year-old whose life was tragically taken during the early morning hours of Sunday, January 11, 2026. His passing has left an immeasurable void in the hearts of family, friends, and all who knew and loved him.

According to the Fayetteville Police Department, the incident occurred at approximately 3:54 a.m. outside the Circle K convenience store located at 8191 Cliffdale Road, near the intersection of Cliffdale Road and Rim Road. Investigators report that Chris’Shawn was outside the business when he came into contact with a store employee. What began as an encounter tragically escalated into an altercation, during which Chris’Shawn suffered a fatal injury from a sharp object. Despite the swift response of emergency personnel and their efforts to save his life, Chris’Shawn was sadly pronounced deceased due to the severity of his injuries.

Beyond the painful details of that morning, there is a young man whose life meant so much more than the circumstances of his passing. At just 23 years old, Chris’Shawn was at a stage of life filled with promise, growth, and dreams yet to be fully realized. He was someone with a future ahead of him — one shaped by his hopes, his relationships, and the love he shared with those around him. His laughter, personality, and presence brought meaning to the lives of many, and his absence is deeply felt throughout the Fayetteville community.

Those closest to Chris’Shawn remember him not for how his life ended, but for how he lived — for the moments he shared, the bonds he formed, and the memories that now serve as treasured reminders of his time on earth. In the wake of this tragedy, friends and loved ones are leaning on one another, finding comfort in shared stories and in the love that continues to surround his name.

As the investigation continues, the community pauses to reflect, grieve, and honor a life gone far too soon. We extend our deepest condolences and heartfelt prayers to Chris’Shawn Ahmad Sewell’s family and friends during this unimaginably difficult time. May they find strength in unity, peace in remembrance, and healing in the enduring legacy of love that Chris’Shawn leaves behind.

Rest peacefully, Chris’Shawn. You are forever loved, forever remembered, and forever 23. 🕊️