Smiley Wilson, a 50-year-old Black man known in Eufaula for his church work and community help, was shot and killed on the evening of February 16, 2024. Police were called about gunfire in the 2000 block of Fox Ridge Road and found Wilson outside a residence with multiple gunshot wounds. First responders attempted aid but he died at the scene before transport.

The Eufaula Police Department opened a homicide investigation, describing the shooting as an apparent isolated, targeted incident. Investigators processed the scene and were reported to be questioning a suspect, but police did not release the shooter’s identity or a motive and noted Wilson had no significant criminal history. Funeral services were held March 5, 2024, at Colvin Funeral Home Chapel.

If anyone saw activity on Fox Ridge Road that night or has information about who targeted Wilson, please contact the Eufaula Criminal Investigations Division or leave an anonymous tip.