Jesse Rayburn Arms, 26, was shot and killed in the neck about 2 a.m. on May 8, 2016 in the driveway of his mother’s home on the 100 block of North Ferguson Street in Stamford, Texas. The shooting followed an argument between Jesse and another man.

Within weeks investigators arrested and charged 25-year-old Barry Lee Bailey Jr.; he was indicted on May 31, 2016. Barry Bailey Sr., age not disclosed, was also indicted and arrested after the indictment. The Jones County District Attorney’s Office stated both father and son were involved in the shooting, though the office did not release detailed specifics of Bailey Sr.’s role.

During the subsequent trial Barry Lee Bailey Jr. was found not guilty of murder, and a motion to dismiss charges was filed for Bailey Sr. due to insufficient evidence. Jesse’s family continues to seek answers and hopes his memory is honored.

If anyone knew Jesse or saw what happened that night, please share information that might help bring closure.