Postal Worker Shot and Killed While on Delivery Route

Family mourns loss of 31-year-old Dequavious Graves, who was killed on the job in DeKalb County, Georgia.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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A 31-year-old postal worker in Georgia was shot and killed while delivering mail on his regular route, according to police. The victim's family is devastated and is calling for the shooter to come forward.

Why it matters

This tragic incident highlights the dangers that postal workers can face while performing their essential duties, and raises concerns about public safety and security in the communities they serve.

The details

Dequavious Graves, who had been a postal worker for 3 years, was shot and killed in DeKalb County, Georgia while on his regular mail delivery route. His mother, Shannon Graves, remembers him as a kind and hardworking person who was loved by the customers on his route, often receiving snacks and water from them. Graves' cousin, Mosahkere Andrew, said he was a selfless person who helped him pursue his music career.

  • Dequavious Graves had been a postal worker for 3 years.
  • The shooting incident occurred on February 16, 2026.

The players

Dequavious Graves

A 31-year-old postal worker who was shot and killed while delivering mail on his regular route in DeKalb County, Georgia.

Shannon Graves

The mother of Dequavious Graves, who is mourning the loss of her son.

Mosahkere Andrew

The cousin of Dequavious Graves, who says he was a selfless person who helped him pursue his music career.

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What they’re saying

“Baby boy, if you're listening to your mama, know that we all love you and miss you so much.”

— Shannon Graves, Mother of Dequavious Graves (WXIA)

“Anything I needed him to do for me, he would do it. He was just a kindhearted, hardworking, selfless person.”

— Mosahkere Andrew, Cousin of Dequavious Graves (WXIA)

What’s next

The police investigation is ongoing to determine the motive and identify the shooter. Dequavious Graves' family is calling for the shooter to come forward.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the risks postal workers face while serving their communities, and highlights the need for improved safety measures and support for these essential workers.