Zhyshawn Jahmel Tariq Owens, a 22-year-old resident of Jacksonville, North Carolina, died at his home on Monday, August 5, 2024, from gunshot wounds. Reports confirm his death was caused by gun violence, but the accounts provide few specifics about the incident itself. No suspects or arrests are named in available notices, and no timeline or motive is given.

Obituaries describe his passing as entering into eternal rest and convey community sorrow, but they do not supply investigative details. It remains unclear what preceded the shooting or whether the investigation has produced leads that have not been publicly released.

If anyone in Jacksonville had contact with Zhyshawn in the days before August 5, or saw anything relevant at his residence, please share information with local law enforcement.