In the spring of 2025, the life of 19-year-old Josiah Slocum was tragically cut short in Montgomery, Alabama. On Saturday, May 3, 2025, the young man died from a gunshot wound in the city. His death was one of several homicides to occur in Montgomery that year.
Josiah, known to his loved ones as 'Bug,' 'Jojo,' or 'Jay,' was a recent graduate of Percy Julian High School, class of 2024.
Remembered for his quiet and kindhearted nature, he was also described as a protective presence for the women in his life. At the time of his death, he was an employee at Hyundai Glovis.
Details regarding the circumstances of the shooting and a motive have not been made publicly available. Online sources and news reports covering the period following his death do not contain information about any arrests made or suspects identified in connection with the homicide. The investigation into his death remains one of many unsolved cases in the city.
In 2025, Montgomery recorded 61 homicides, with arrests made in 59% of those cases by the year's end. The majority of these incidents involved gun violence. Despite the city's efforts to address violent crime, no specific updates or resolutions have been announced in the case of Josiah Slocum, leaving his family and community awaiting answers.
