In a heartbreaking turn of events that shook the community of Jackson, Mississippi, 2-year-old Camari Givens was found deceased on Saturday, June 27, 2026. The young boy was discovered in his bed, a victim of multiple gunshot wounds. The horrific scene also claimed the lives of his mother, Keyana Weathersby, 25, and his aunt, Erica Weathersby, 30, who were found in their home on Queen Alexandria Lane with gunshot wounds to the head and torso.
The family was tragically discovered after police responded to a 911 call regarding an aggravated assault. Authorities described the crime as a targeted and heinous act of violence, emphasizing that Camari did not appear to be caught in a crossfire. The incident marked the 41st, 42nd, and 43rd homicides in Jackson for the year 2026, highlighting a recent surge in gun violence in the city.
The investigation into the triple homicide launched a multi-day manhunt involving the Jackson Police Department, the FBI, and the US Marshall's Service. A significant lead in the case came from a 2020 Mitsubishi Mirage that was taken from the scene and later found abandoned. The community played a crucial role in the swift progression of the investigation, providing tips that led to the apprehension of suspects. By Monday evening following the discovery, authorities had arrested two individuals, 28-year-old Cornelius Carter and 28-year-old Jordan Carter, who are not related. They were apprehended during a traffic stop, where three firearms were recovered from their vehicle. At the time of the shooting, Cornelius Carter was reportedly wearing a court-mandated ankle monitoring device.
Following the initial arrests, two more suspects were taken into custody. Mikayla Young, 25, was arrested on Tuesday, and a fourth individual's arrest was announced later, bringing the total number of people charged in the case to four. All four suspects have been charged with capital murder. In Mississippi, a capital murder charge makes them eligible for the death penalty, regardless of their specific role in the crime. Both Cornelius and Jordan Carter have extensive criminal histories, including convictions for violent crimes, and they were denied bond. The motive for the killings has not been publicly released by law enforcement, but it has been stated that the victims and their assailants knew each other. The case against the four accused individuals is now proceeding through the judicial system.
