Adrian Jacquez Liggins, 22, was fatally shot while driving on Garrard Avenue in Indianola, Mississippi, on the evening of Friday, January 17, 2025. He was pronounced dead at 10 p.m., and his death was recorded as the city’s first homicide of 2025.

Known as Dude to friends and family, Liggins graduated from Gentry High School in 2020. He was a standout wide receiver and a scholarship recipient; his former coach described him as respectful and someone who made a positive impression on teachers, classmates and teammates.

The Indianola Police Department opened an investigation and began following up leads. By late January 2025 no suspects had been publicly identified and no arrests had been announced. Anyone with information is asked to contact investigators or use the department’s anonymous tip app to assist the inquiry.

Did anyone in the community know Adrian or see activity on Garrard Avenue that night who could help the investigation?