Justin Williams was 20 and a father when he was killed in Jackson, Mississippi, on June 21, 2015. Two days after his death an acceptance letter to Jackson State Community College arrived, highlighting plans he had to pursue a business degree and provide for his family.

Witnesses reported hearing gunshots and seeing Dontavious Hendrix with a weapon after Hendrix approached Williams and another man. Hendrix was arrested after about a month; Mondarrius Miller was initially taken into custody but later released. Hendrix faced second-degree murder charges in Williams’ death.

Court records show Hendrix had prior convictions for drug and weapon possession and that he was ultimately convicted and sentenced to 25 years in prison with no possibility of parole, ordered to pay a $5,000 fine and cover funeral expenses. Williams’ mother, LaWanda Williams, has described the lasting impact on the family and his three young children.

If anyone knew Justin, his routines, or saw what happened that night, please share what might help complete the record.