In the quiet community of Mt. Morris Township, Michigan, a beloved family man's life was brought to a violent and tragic end. Samuel Leves Cole Jr., a 57-year-old male, was brutally killed on October 9, 2020. Remembered as a selfless and kind-hearted individual who was a master at the barbecue grill and the creator of his own sauce, his sudden death sent shockwaves through his family and the Flint-area community where he was well-known.
The circumstances of Cole's death were particularly
grim. He was fatally shot in the face and then run over by a vehicle in what authorities described as a heinous act of violence. His body was discovered in the street, a stark and brutal end to a life characterized by warmth and generosity.
The investigation into the murder quickly led to a suspect, Jer-sod A.D. Williams. Following his arrest, Williams was charged with open murder, felony firearm possession, and tampering with evidence in connection with Samuel Cole Jr.'s death. As the legal proceedings began, questions surrounding Williams' mental state came to the forefront, prompting the Genesee County Prosecutor's Office to request a mental health examination to determine his competency to stand trial.
After a thorough evaluation, Jer-sod A.D. Williams was deemed competent to understand the charges against him and to assist in his own defense. The case then proceeded through the court system. Ultimately, Williams faced the consequences of his actions. He was convicted for the murder of Samuel Leves Cole Jr. and was sentenced to serve a lengthy prison term, ensuring that the man responsible for the senseless and violent death of a cherished member of the community would be held accountable for his devastating crime.
