The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office has released a status update following several violent incidents that occurred across Macon over the weekend of February 21–22, 2026. Investigators are actively working each case and emphasize that, at this time, the incidents do not appear to be related.
Below is a summary of the reported incidents:
February 21, 2026
Sharon Drive (12:30 a.m.)
A male suspect attempted to break into his estranged wife’s residence and was shot. His injuries were non-life threatening. Davia Lee Evans Jr. was arrested and charged with criminal damage to property and battery (family violence).
Florence Avenue (6:58 p.m.)
Shavis Adams was shot and transported to the hospital, where he was later pronounced deceased. This case remains under investigation.
North Atwood Drive (7:24 p.m.)
A 17-year-old male was shot while walking down the street. He was transported to the hospital by private vehicle and is listed in stable condition.
Key Street (11:59 p.m.)
Shots were fired into a residence, injuring three victims — a seven-year-old male, a 24-year-old male, and an 18-year-old male. All were transported to a local hospital and are reported to be in stable condition.
February 22, 2026
Holt Avenue (1:29 a.m.)
Gunfire struck a home, injuring a 17-year-old male. He was transported to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries and is listed in stable condition.
Moseley Avenue & Cedar Avenue (3:35 a.m.)
Three individuals — 25-year-old Charleston Burnett, 25-year-old Jordan Gardner, and 26-year-old Willie Cain — were shot and pronounced deceased at the scene. This investigation remains active.
Bloomfield Drive & Williamson Road (6:30 a.m.)
Two females were injured when gunfire struck their vehicle as they attempted to pass another vehicle.
Dewey Street (Just before 3:00 p.m.)
A female victim was shot when someone fired into a vehicle. She was transported to a local hospital and is listed in stable condition.
February 23, 2026 – Arrest Update
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office announced an arrest in connection with the Moseley Avenue deaths.
Twenty-year-old Julius Milner of Macon was identified as a person of interest by the Criminal Investigation Division’s Violent Crime Unit. The U.S. Marshals Southeast Regional Fugitive Task Force took Milner into custody without incident.
Following further investigation, Milner was charged with three counts of murder and five counts of aggravated assault in connection with the deaths of Charleston Burnett, Jordan Gardner, and Willie Cain. He is currently being held without bond.
The investigation remains ongoing.
Statement from Sheriff David Davis
Sheriff David J. Davis addressed the community, stating:
“These incidents have shocked our community. Sheriff’s Office Deputies and Investigators are working relentlessly to bring justice to each victim. Let me be clear — this violence in our community will not be tolerated. We are committed to identifying those responsible and holding them accountable. At the same time, real change requires all of us. I’m asking our citizens to stand together, support the families impacted, and share any information that can help us ensure safety and peace in Macon-Bibb County. We are strongest when we stand together.”
Ongoing Investigations
All incidents remain under investigation. Authorities confirm that, at this time, there is no indication the events are connected.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office at 478-751-7500 or submit an anonymous tip to Macon Regional Crimestoppers at 1-877-68CRIME or SUBMIT TIP ONLINE.
Community cooperation plays a critical role in bringing justice and restoring peace.