Michael Rashan Johns McDonald, a 53-year-old Black man from Picayune, Mississippi, was shot to death on Saturday, June 17, 2023. The fatal gun violence shocked the small city where he was known as an enthusiastic New Orleans Saints fan and a familiar figure to friends and neighbors.

Local investigators opened a homicide probe immediately after his body was found. Two days later, on Monday, June 19, 2023, the Picayune Police Department announced a suspect was in custody; the department did not release the suspect’s identity or a motive while the investigation remained ongoing.

McDonald’s funeral was held Saturday, July 1, 2023, at First Cornerstone Baptist Church, and he was buried at New Palestine Cemetery. He is survived by children, sisters, a brother, and other relatives and friends.

If anyone knew Michael, his habits, or saw something around June 17 in Picayune, please share information that might help the investigation.