A sudden burst of gunfire on West Capitol Street in Jackson, Mississippi, on the evening of Sunday, September 15, 2024, ended the life of 35-year-old Robert Lee Horton. First responders pronounced Horton dead at the scene in the 3200 block; he was born March 15, 1989, to Robert Horton and Angela Ford and known to friends as Lil Rob. He was a father of two, self-employed, and described by those who knew him as kind, generous, giving, and loving.

The Jackson Police Department opened a homicide investigation and asked anyone with information to come forward. No suspects had been publicly identified and no arrests were reported in the initial accounts. Horton’s death was one of several violent incidents in the city that weekend, and the community has been left seeking answers and accountability.

If anyone knew Robert, saw activity on West Capitol Street that night, or has information that could help, please contact the Jackson Police Department.