Seventeen-year-old Saleh Ghasan Omar Humaid was shot and killed in Jackson, Mississippi, on September 19, 2025. A student at Germantown High School, Saleh was reportedly playing soccer with his cousin near Sunnyvale Drive when they were confronted by individuals attempting to rob them. In trying to flee, Saleh was shot twice and later died of his injuries.

Saleh’s family, who were traveling overseas when they learned of his death, said they struggled to get information from law enforcement in the immediate aftermath. The Capitol Police led the investigation and community members as well as the Madison County School District mourned the loss; the district made counselors available to students and staff.

The family described Saleh as a beloved son and brother; they continue to call for justice while the investigation proceeds. If anyone saw activity near Sunnyvale Drive on September 19, 2025, or has information about the confrontation, please come forward.