Mark Stitts Jr., 22, was fatally shot on the night of Sunday, February 1, 2026, on Highview Street in Jackson, Tennessee. Emergency responders found him with life-threatening injuries; he later died and the Jackson Police Department opened a homicide investigation.

Local reporting in the days after the shooting identified Stitts as the victim. Police have said they are actively investigating but have not released information about a motive or the events that led to the shooting.

The family is mourning and authorities are asking the community for information that could help the investigation. If anyone knew Mark, saw activity on Highview Street that night, or has information relevant to the case, please come forward to assist the inquiry.