Tavares Lavon Williams, a 43-year-old Black man, was killed on the afternoon of September 20, 2021, in Okolona, Mississippi. An altercation at the Okolona Terrace Apartments escalated into a targeted shooting. After being shot, Williams tried to drive away but crashed into a tree on Fleming Street and was found deceased at the crash site.

Local law enforcement identified and arrested a suspect, 27-year-old D’Marcus Darden, who was charged with first-degree murder and shooting into a dwelling. Authorities have not publicly released a motive. The arrest led to multiple court appearances with evidence and witness testimony, and the case received local media attention.

Williams was described as well-known and respected in Okolona; vigils and memorial services were held for him and his family. If anyone has information about the shooting or the events at Okolona Terrace Apartments that afternoon, please share what is known.