Jashawn Dickerson, 21, was found shot to death on Thursday, May 16, 2024, in the 600 block of Union Grove Road in Camden, Alabama. The killing prompted a Wilcox County Sheriff’s Office homicide investigation in a neighborhood described as a quiet area now shaken by violence.

Investigators arrested a 17-year-old, Breon Ellis, who was charged with Dickerson’s murder and held without bond at the Prince Arnold Detention Center. Authorities say the investigation is ongoing and have asked anyone with information to contact the Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers. The motive has not been released.

If anyone knew Jashawn, saw activity around Union Grove Road that night, or has information about the shooting, please contact the Wilcox County Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers.