Chadiya Jones, 19, was shot and killed on August 30, 2018, at the In Town Suites Extended Stay hotel in Garner, North Carolina. The shooting occurred about 10:45 a.m. on U.S. Highway 70; despite efforts to save her, she died of her injuries.

Authorities arrested 21-year-old Markease Morgan of Garner and charged him with first-degree murder in connection with the shooting. Police said Jones and Morgan knew each other but did not disclose the nature of their relationship, and they described no ongoing threat to the public after the incident. The investigation into motive and the exact circumstances remains ongoing.

If anyone saw activity around the In Town Suites on the morning of August 30, 2018, or has information that could help the investigation, contact Garner law enforcement.