Categories: Mississippi News

Man wanted for fatal shooting in Franklin County

NATCHEZ, Miss. (WJTV) – Adams County deputies are assisting Franklin County deputies in the search for a man who is wanted in connection to a fatal shooting.

According to Franklin County Sheriff Tom Tindle, the shooting occurred on Mildred Davis Road around 1:30 a.m. on October 4, 2025. He said John Starks III, 26, was killed and another person was left critically injured. A third victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries.

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The suspect was identified as Roeland Williams, 24, of Franklin County. Investigators said Williams has spent a “considerable” amount of time recently in Adams County.

“This is a serious and active investigation,” said Adams County Sheriff Travis Patten. “We are urging the public to remain vigilant and to contact law enforcement immediately if they have any information on the whereabouts of this suspect. Our agencies are working hand in hand to bring him into custody safely.”

Roeland Williams (Courtesy: Adams Co. Sheriff’s Office)

Anyone with information on Williams’ whereabouts can contact 911 or Southwest Mississippi Crime Stoppers at 1-888-442-5000.

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