On May 16, 2020, a dispute over money tragically escalated, leading to the death of 21-year-old Jayla King in Jonesboro, Georgia. Earlier in the day, Zion Humphreys had posted a threatening message on Instagram directed at King concerning a financial disagreement. Later, King drove Humphreys to an apartment complex in Jonesboro.
While inside King's vehicle, Humphreys shot her four times in the chest and torso. The fatal gunshots perforated her heart, leading to her death. An investigation by the Clayton County Police included a review of surveillance video that showed Humphreys near the crime scene shortly after the shooting.
The case went to trial on October 30, 2023. On November 3, 2023, a Clayton County jury found Zion Humphreys guilty of Malice Murder, Felony Murder, and Aggravated Assault for the death of Jayla King. His sentencing was scheduled for November 7, 2023.
