Darius Jamal Adams, 17, a senior at McIntosh High School, was killed by a gunshot wound on May 2, 2014, in McIntosh, Alabama. A standout athlete who quarterbacked the McIntosh Demons and also played basketball, baseball and ran track, Adams served with the Junior McIntosh Fire and Rescue Squad and was a member of Lang’s Chapel A.M.E. Zion Church.

The shooting involved his father, who told authorities the death was a tragic accident. Adams was taken to USA Medical Center in Mobile, where he later died; an autopsy was planned and the investigation into the exact circumstances remained ongoing. He is survived by his parents, a brother and three sisters.

Anyone who knew Darius, saw events around May 2, 2014, or has information about the shooting is asked to come forward.