On March 29, 2024, at about 11:42 p.m., officers and firefighters responded to a reported shooting in the 500 block of Haven Street in Washington, North Carolina, and found 43-year-old Jimmy Lee Ruffin Jr. suffering from a gunshot wound to the chest. Despite medical attention, Ruffin was pronounced dead at the scene. The investigation identified an acquaintance, 54-year-old Quinton Boston, as the alleged shooter and linked the dispute to money.

Boston was arrested on a firearms charge for being a convicted felon and released on a $5,000 unsecured bond; no additional charges had been filed as of the latest update and the Washington Police Department continued to investigate. Ruffin, known as JJ, was remembered at a public viewing and celebration of life on April 14, 2024, for his outgoing nature, love of basketball and pool, and his smile.

If anyone has information about the shooting or knew Jimmy, please contact the Washington Police Department.