Alfred Adams, a 23-year-old former football player for Bethune-Cookman University (B-CU) and Paxon High School, was found dead in his SUV on the night of May 7, 2019, in Daytona Beach, Florida. Adams, who had recently graduated from B-CU and was enrolled in graduate school, was discovered by a passerby in the parking lot of an Ashley Furniture store. The individual noticed Adams slumped over in the driver's seat and alerted the authorities.
Upon arrival, the Daytona Beach Police Department found Adams with a gunshot wound, a handgun, and a shell casing inside the vehicle. A bullet hole was also observed in the driver's side window, indicating that the shot was fired from inside the vehicle.
The Daytona Beach Police Department initiated an investigation into Adams' death, treating it as a potential homicide. The police report mentioned that additional investigations were being conducted to determine the official cause of death. Toxicology reports from the medical examiner were expected to take four to six weeks to complete. The initial findings suggested that the gunshot wound was self-inflicted, but the investigation remained open to explore all possibilities.
Adams was remembered by his coaches, teammates, and friends as a positive and goal-driven individual who had a significant impact on those around him. His former coach at Paxon High School, Steve Brown, described him as a happy-go-lucky person who could instantly lighten the mood. Adams was known for his dedication to both football and academics, often helping his friends with their schoolwork. His untimely death left the B-CU community and his loved ones heartbroken.
As of now, there have been no arrests or suspects identified in connection with Adams' death. The investigation is ongoing, and the Daytona Beach Police Department continues to seek any information that could shed light on the circumstances surrounding the incident. The community remains hopeful that justice will be served and that the truth behind Adams' tragic death will be uncovered.
