In the early evening of Saturday, October 14, 2023, tragedy struck in Jackson, Mississippi, claiming the life of 25-year-old Christopher Avazier Goolsby. The incident unfolded around 6:00 p.m. on O'Ferrell Avenue, near the intersection with West Capitol Street. It was there that Goolsby was shot multiple times. Despite any attempts to render aid, his injuries proved to be fatal, and he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The loss was deeply felt by those who knew him, who remembered him as a good father and husband.
The Jackson Police Department immediately launched an investigation into the fatal shooting. In the hours that followed, law enforcement worked to piece together the events that led to Goolsby's death. Their efforts quickly led to a breakthrough in the case. An appeal was made to the public for any additional information that could assist in the investigation, with contacts provided for the Jackson police and Crime Stoppers.
The investigation culminated in the arrest of a suspect. Darrell Stewart, a 53-year-old man, was taken into custody in connection with the shooting. Following his arrest, Stewart was formally charged with the murder of Christopher Goolsby. The swift action by law enforcement brought a suspect into the legal system, marking a significant development in the case and the beginning of the judicial process to address the violent death of the young man.
