Jamie Thomas-Flowers, 40, was shot and killed in her Muskegon Heights home in the early morning hours of May 19, 2019. The shooting followed a domestic dispute that reportedly began over cigarettes after the couple had decided to quit smoking. Police were called about 2:30 a.m.; Vashon Flowers left with some belongings but returned about four hours later and forcibly entered the home by kicking in the door. He shot Jamie four times in the torso; an adult witness on the phone with 911 dispatchers heard two of the shots.

Vashon Flowers fled but later surrendered and was arrested on an open murder charge. He faced additional habitual-offender allegations tied to prior felony convictions for assault with a dangerous weapon, possession of a controlled substance, resisting police, and domestic violence. A trial resulted in a first-degree murder conviction on March 13, 2020, and a life sentence without parole. During the proceedings the victim’s son, London Thomas, lunged at Flowers in court and was held in contempt. The family and community held a vigil outside the Muskegon County Courthouse to honor Jamie’s memory and call for justice.

If anyone knew Jamie, her routines, or witnessed events in Muskegon Heights that morning, please share information or tips.