On the late morning of Sunday, August 16, 2026, a large gathering of about 200 people at a park on South Drive in Jackson, Mississippi, was disrupted by gunfire. Emergency services were called at about 11:56 a.m., and 20-year-old Amauri Ainsworth was found with multiple gunshot wounds. He was taken by ambulance to the University of Mississippi Medical Center and was later pronounced dead.

The Jackson Police Department opened an active homicide investigation. Despite the many potential witnesses at the event, investigators have not announced any arrests, identified a suspect, or released a motive. Authorities are asking anyone with information to contact the Jackson Police Department or provide anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers.

Ainsworth’s death left family, friends, and the community grieving and seeking answers. If anyone was at the park that day or has information that could help the investigation, please contact police or Crime Stoppers.