Freddie Adams Jr., a 47-year-old Jackson native, was shot dead in the early morning hours of Thursday, August 1, 2024. Known to his family for skills in cars, painting, drawing, woodwork and a passion for music, he had recently been baptized at Jones Chapel M.B. Church in May 2024. He worked at a Popeyes and was a father and grandfather.

Police were called to a home in the 500 block of Lawrence Road in North Jackson shortly before 2:30 a.m. after an argument between Freddie and his girlfriend. Authorities say the girlfriend’s son, 20-year-old Baylon Graham, became involved and is believed to have shot Freddie. Officers found Freddie fatally wounded; he was pronounced dead at the scene. Graham was arrested that same evening and charged with murder.

Detectives described the killing as a senseless act of violence and asked the community to pursue nonviolent ways to resolve conflicts. If anyone has information, please contact Crime Stoppers at 601-355-TIPS (8477) or the Jackson Police Department at 601-960-1234.