Crime
39-year-old Jarvis Curtis found dead after shooting at Freedom Park in Macon
No suspects have been named, and no arrests have been made.
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has launched a death investigation following a fatal shooting that occurred late Monday night, May 12, at Freedom Park, located in the 3300 block of Roff Avenue.
Deputies were dispatched to the park shortly after 11:30 p.m. in response to reports of a person down near the lake.
Upon arrival, deputies discovered a male victim suffering from a single gunshot wound.
The victim, later identified as 39-year-old Jarvis Kentral Curtis of Macon, was pronounced deceased at the scene by the Bibb County Coroner’s Office.
According to the Coroner’s Office, Curtis’s next of kin has been notified.
His body will be transported for an autopsy to determine the exact cause and manner of death.
At this time, investigators are working to establish the circumstances leading up to the shooting.
No suspects have been named, and no arrests have been made.
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information related to this incident to contact the Sheriff’s Office at (478) 751-7500 or Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME (27463). All tips can remain anonymous.
Crime
25-Year-Old Adrian Scott Arrested and Charged in Connection with July Bomb and Arson Investigation
St. Louis, MO — Authorities have arrested and charged 25-year-old Adrian Scott in connection with a July incident that sparked a Bomb and Arson investigation after a video surfaced on social media showing a man deliberately throwing fireworks at people and property.
According to the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department, Scott was taken into custody two days ago following an extensive investigation by detectives assigned to the department’s Bomb and Arson Unit.
He now faces one count of Promoting Civil Disorder and one count of Armed Criminal Action, both felony charges.
Investigators say the viral video captured Scott recklessly igniting and throwing explosive fireworks in a public area, endangering bystanders and causing property damage.
The footage prompted widespread concern and led to the official investigation.
Following his arrest, Scott was booked into custody and is awaiting further court proceedings.
Authorities emphasized that such reckless and dangerous behavior will be met with serious legal consequences, noting that the charges reflect the severity of the offense and the potential harm caused to the public.