Christopher Young, 31, was found fatally shot in the upper chest inside a Verona home on the evening of Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Officers were called to a residence on ABC Avenue during a barbecue and discovered Young as the sole victim; early suggestions that the shooting was a drive-by were later ruled out by the police chief.

Investigators identified a person of interest and, with assistance from the U.S. Marshals, arrested 28-year-old Quintel Montgomery in Tunica County. Montgomery was transported to Lee County and charged with first-degree murder, shooting into a dwelling, and possession of a weapon by a felon. Court records show Montgomery was out on a felony bond for a prior robbery charge at the time of the alleged offenses, and a judge denied bond so he remains in custody.

The community continues to mourn Christopher Young. If anyone witnessed the April 9 barbecue or has information about the shooting, contact the Verona Police Department.