Jakori Smith, 20, was fatally shot on the evening of March 24, 2026, in Jackson, Mississippi. Police were called to the Pine Garden Apartments on Rebel Woods Drive and found him on a sidewalk with multiple gunshot wounds; he was taken to a hospital and later died. Officers recovered multiple shell casings at the scene.

Investigators say three Black males were identified as suspects in the shooting. The incident was one of two homicides reported at the same apartment complex within a week, stirring concern among residents and local leaders. A GoFundMe page was created to assist with funeral expenses.

Anyone with information about Jakori Smith’s killing is asked to contact the police.