Mikedrell Jamal Jackson

In the early morning hours of a November weekend, the life of Mikedrell Jamal Jackson, a 38-year-old man from Orangeburg, South Carolina, was tragically cut short. Known to some as Jamal, his death left a void in his community and a family grieving an unexpected and violent loss. While details of his personal life, his work, and the passions that drove him are not widely known, his passing prompted an immediate and determined investigation by local law enforcement, who extended their sympathies to those who knew and loved him.

The fatal encounter occurred on Saturday, November 7, 2026, in the parking lot of the Town Terrace Inn on Five Chop Road. At approximately 4:00 a.m., while the city was still dark and quiet, a heated argument broke out. The dispute escalated with shocking speed, culminating in the sound of gunfire. When officers from the Orangeburg Department of Public Safety (ODPS) arrived at the motel at 830 Five Chop Road, they found Mikedrell suffering from apparent gunshot injuries. Emergency medical care was rendered, but the wounds were too severe. He was pronounced dead shortly thereafter.

The investigation into Mikedrell’s death was launched immediately, with detectives from the ODPS Investigations Division working to piece together the events that led to the shooting. They began the meticulous process of interviewing potential witnesses and canvassing the area for evidence to establish a clear timeline. Within a couple of days, their efforts led them to identify a suspect in the case.

Police announced they had secured active arrest warrants for 44-year-old Sam T. Mosley. The charges against Mosley were severe: murder, possession of a weapon during a violent crime, and possession of a weapon by a convicted felon. Investigators did not publicly release details about a possible motive or clarify if Mosley and Mikedrell knew each other prior to the deadly argument. As of the initial announcements, Mosley had not been apprehended and was considered at large.

In a public statement, ODPS Director Charles P. Austin Sr. addressed the tragedy, offering condolences to Mikedrell’s loved ones. “Any loss of life to violence is a tragedy, and our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of Mr. Jackson during this difficult time,” he said. “There is no place for violence in our community, and we remain committed to conducting a thorough investigation to establish the facts and pursue accountability through the justice system.” Director Austin also stressed the importance of community involvement in solving such crimes, encouraging anyone with information to come forward, no matter how insignificant it might seem.

While the search for the suspect continued, Mikedrell’s family prepared to say their final goodbyes. A funeral service was held for him at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, November 14, 2026, exactly one week after his death. The service took place at the Simmons Funeral Home and Crematory Chapel on Columbia Road in Orangeburg, where family and friends gathered to mourn and honor his memory.

As of late November 2026, the investigation into the murder of Mikedrell Jamal Jackson remained active and ongoing. Sam T. Mosley was still being sought by law enforcement. The Orangeburg Department of Public Safety urged anyone with information about the shooting or Mosley's whereabouts to contact them at 803-533-5907. Anonymous tips could also be submitted through the city’s Tip411 system.