In the predawn hours of a Tuesday in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, the life of 20-year-old Maurice Jones McCollum was tragically cut short. On November 2, 2021, police responded to reports of a shooting on 11th Court shortly after midnight. Upon their arrival, they discovered McCollum suffering from a gunshot wound. He was quickly transported to DCH Regional Medical Center, but unfortunately, he did not survive his injuries.
The investigation into the death of the young man, also known as Maurice
Devon Jones, Jr., was taken over by the Tuscaloosa Violent Crimes Unit. For over a month, detectives worked to piece together the events that led to the fatal shooting. Their efforts culminated in the arrest of 18-year-old Ni'corian Dai'shun Robins.
On December 9, 2021, Robins was taken into custody and charged with felony murder in connection with McCollum's death. He was subsequently booked into the Tuscaloosa County Jail with a bond set at $100,000. While an arrest was made, authorities indicated that the investigation remained active, suggesting the possibility of other individuals being involved. The specific details of what led to the shooting and Robins' alleged role have not been publicly released.
