On the evening of March 6, 2022, 31-year-old Tamunomiete Kevin Jim-Lawson was shot and killed at a recording studio at 1337 Cleveland Avenue in East Point, Georgia. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Police later took a suspect into custody at the studio; investigators say the person was known to Jim-Lawson, but the suspect’s name and the specific charges have not been released. Authorities have said there is no ongoing threat to the community and the investigation remains active.

Jim-Lawson was a Berkman High School graduate who attended Georgia Gwinnett College and served as president of the African Students Association there. He worked in private security and was remembered by family and friends for his infectious smile and dedication to others. Funeral services were held in Lawrenceville, with the family asking attendees to wear white in his memory.

If anyone has information about the shooting or knew Jim-Lawson, please share what you know with investigators.