A 19-year-old man, Zachary Gray, died on Friday, August 1, 2025, following a shooting in Shannon, Mississippi. Gray, from the Okolona area, was a victim of gun violence.
Following an investigation into the shooting, an arrest was made. An individual from Okolona was taken into custody in connection with Gray's death and is facing a charge of manslaughter.
The identity of the suspect has not been publicly released, and further details about the circumstances leading to the shooting are not available.
Zachary Jacorious Gray was born on February 23, 2006, in Lee County. Remembered by family as a funny and loving young man who was always ready to help others, he was the youngest of seven siblings. He attended Okolona High School. His family held a visitation on Friday, August 15, 2025, followed by a funeral service the next day.
