In a tragic incident in Magee, Mississippi, 19-year-old DeShun Williams lost his life in a shooting that occurred in a local hotel room on the morning of March 4, 2024. The Magee Police Department responded to a 911 call around 9:05 a.m. reporting that an individual had been shot. Upon arrival, officers secured the scene and discovered Williams, who had sustained a single gunshot wound.
The investigation into the shooting quickly led to the questioning of DeShun’s brother, Robert
Williams III, who was also present in the hotel room. According to statements from Robert Williams and other witnesses, the two brothers were staying in the room when the shooting happened. Robert Williams reportedly told investigators that he was handling a firearm when it discharged a single round, striking and fatally wounding his brother, DeShun.
Following the investigation and questioning, Robert Williams III was taken into custody by the Magee Police Department. He has been arrested and charged with manslaughter by culpable negligence in connection with his brother's death. The case remains under investigation by local authorities.
