Print
More News

TRU Colors Investor Molson Coors Responds To Weekend Homicide

By Christina Haley O'Neal, posted Jul 26, 2021
TRU Colors investor Molson Coors issued a statement Monday about the double homicide over the weekend that killed one company member at the Wilmington home of TRU Colors' COO.

Koredreese Robert Tyson, 29, and Bri-yanna Emily Williams, 21, were shot and killed at the Wilmington home of TRU Colors COO George Taylor III Saturday morning, according to local news reports. Another woman was taken to the hospital with injuries.

Molson Coors Beverage Co. invested in the local brewery, which hires Wilmington gang members and those involved in the gang community as a way to address street violence in the area. The national company was expected to be involved in the distribution of TRU Colors' new line of lager when it is released. Brewery production issues stalled the release this summer.

On Monday, Molson Coors issued a statement regarding the incident.

“We are deeply saddened by this weekend’s tragedy, and have been in contact with George Taylor and the Tru Colors team. We have passed along our condolences to the families of the victims and remain as committed as ever to TRU Colors and their mission," said company spokesman Marty Maloney in an email.

A statement issued Sunday by TRU Colors CEO George Taylor, George Taylor III's father, described Tyson as a leader at TRU Colors.

Messages to George Taylor for comment were not returned as of Monday afternoon.

No arrests have been made in Saturday's double homicide, and the investigation is ongoing, Lt. Jerry Brewer, with the New Hanover County Sheriff's Office, said at about 3 p.m. Monday.
Ico insights

INSIGHTS

SPONSORS' CONTENT
Chris coudriet

As the Weather Warms, New Hanover County Remains Committed to Keeping Things Green

Chris Coudriet - New Hanover County Government
Mcwhorter 0005

CIE Mentors: Springboarding Founder Success

Heather McWhorter - UNCW Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Jimheadshot

The Wilmington Construction Market: Trends, Recognition, and Challenges

Jim Hundley - Thomas Construction Group

Trending News

YMCA Eyes Growth With Plans For New, Expanded Facilities

Emma Dill - Apr 23, 2024

Burns, Redenbaugh Promoted At Coastal Horizons

Staff Reports - Apr 23, 2024

Cold Storage Developer Sets Near-port Facility Completion Date

Audrey Elsberry - Apr 24, 2024

Wilmington Financial Firm Transitions To Wells Fargo's Independent Brokerage Arm

Audrey Elsberry - Apr 24, 2024

Krug Joins Infinity Acupuncture

Staff Reports - Apr 23, 2024

In The Current Issue

Taking Marine Science On The Road

“My mission and my goal is to take my love of marine science, marine ecosystem and coastal ecosystems and bring that to students and teacher...


Funding A Food Oasis: Long-awaited Grocery Store Gains Momentum

With millions in committed funding from New Hanover County and the New Hanover Community Endowment, along with a land donation from the city...


Bootstrapping A Remote Option

Michelle Penczak, who lives in Pender County, built her own solution with Squared Away, her company that now employs over 400 virtual assist...

Book On Business

The 2024 WilmingtonBiz: Book on Business is an annual publication showcasing the Wilmington region as a center of business.

Order Your Copy Today!


Galleries

Videos

2024 Power Breakfast: The Next Season