Ja Darek De Shawn Moss, a 23-year-old African American man, was shot and killed on May 5, 2017, in the 1300 block of S. Rockwall in Terrell, Texas. Officers arriving early that morning found him dead from gunfire. The shooting happened near JF Kennedy Elementary School, prompting the school district to reroute buses and warn parents to use different drop-off routes that day.

The investigation remains open and the community has been described as seeking answers following his death. Few additional public details about the circumstances are available.

If anyone knew Ja Darek De Shawn Moss, was in the area that morning, or has information that could help the investigation, contact the Terrell Police Department.