On October 29, 2024, at approximately 6:35 p.m., Winston-Salem police responded to a reported shooting at 420 Eldora Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered 31-year-old Barry DeShawn Jones with a gunshot wound to the upper chest. Despite immediate life-saving efforts, Jones succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Investigators quickly determined that this was not a random act of violence; evidence suggested that Jones had been specifically targeted by the assailant.
The investigation led to the identification of a suspect, 24-year-old Jamaree Desean Washington. On October 31, 2024, Washington was arrested and charged with felony murder in connection with Jones's death. He appeared before a magistrate and was held without bond.
The arrest of Washington brought some measure of closure to the community and Jones's family. Jones, a native of Winston-Salem, was known as a laid-back and humble individual who deeply loved his family. He attended Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools and was employed as a shift manager at Burger King at the time of his passing.
As the legal process unfolds, the community remains attentive to developments in the case, hoping for justice for Barry DeShawn Jones. The swift apprehension of the suspect underscores the commitment of law enforcement to addressing violent crime and ensuring public safety in Winston-Salem.
