Jury Convicted Teen in Albany Murder Case
MyKing Giles was found guilty of murder and conspiracy charges linked to the death of Jamier Allen.
Updated on Sept. 22, 2026 in Financial Crime
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An 18-year-old Albany resident, MyKing Giles, has been convicted of murder, conspiracy, and weapons possession in the March 2025 killing of Jamier Allen. Giles was one of several suspects involved in luring the victim to a wooded area over fears he would cooperate with police.
Why it matters
The conviction highlights the ongoing legal fallout from a retaliatory plot aimed at silencing a perceived informant. Four other co-defendants have already pleaded guilty to their roles in the killing.
A $17,500 reward is currently offered for information leading to the capture of Jacqua Cowan, who remains at large. Four other defendants, including a 17-year-old, have already entered guilty pleas.
The players
MyKing Giles
The 18-year-old defendant was convicted of murder, conspiracy, and criminal possession of a weapon.
Jamier Allen
The victim was killed by a group of suspects who believed he intended to cooperate with law enforcement.
Jacqua Cowan
This suspect remains at large, and a reward has been posted for information leading to his arrest.
The details
Prosecutors stated that the group lured Jamier Allen to a wooded area off Boenau Street before killing him to prevent him from speaking to police about a drive-by shooting. Following the murder, the victim's car was set on fire near the intersection of Delaware and Eagle streets.
Timeline
Jamier Allen was killed in March 2025.
MyKing Giles was found guilty on September 22, 2026.
Legal Context
This case follows a pattern set by the 2025 Albany drive-by shooting investigation, as the murder was a direct attempt to obstruct that active case. The judicial proceedings underscore how local authorities prosecute retaliatory violence linked to witness intimidation.
The resolution of this trial brings a measure of closure to the investigation of a violent incident that shook the local community. Residents and business owners near the crime scenes should remain aware that one suspect, Jacqua Cowan, remains at large.
The takeaway
Violent efforts to silence witnesses are met with aggressive prosecution as evidenced by the multiple guilty pleas and convictions in this case. Local authorities continue to seek public assistance to locate remaining suspects to complete the judicial process.
Further reading
For more on ongoing legal proceedings in the area, visit the Financial Crime section.
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