Four Macon Shootings in Nine Hours Leave Four Dead, Four Injured

Authorities investigating whether the incidents are connected as community mourns tragic loss of life.

Published on Feb. 22, 2026

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In a span of less than 12 hours on Saturday night into Sunday morning, four separate shootings occurred in Macon, Georgia, leaving a total of four people dead and four others injured. The Bibb County Sheriff's Office is still investigating whether the incidents are connected, as the locations of the shootings were in close proximity to each other.

Why it matters

The rash of gun violence in Macon has shaken the community, raising concerns about public safety and the need for greater resources to address underlying issues that may be contributing to the spike in shootings. Local leaders have called for unity and a commitment to supporting those in need and reporting any suspicious activity to authorities.

The details

The first shooting occurred around 6:57 pm on Saturday, when deputies found 35-year-old Saviz Adams shot and killed in the 1500 block of Florence Avenue. Just after midnight on Sunday, three people - a 7-year-old, an 18-year-old, and a 24-year-old - were shot and injured in the 700 block of Key Street. About an hour and a half later, a 17-year-old boy was shot and wounded in the 1200 block of Holt Avenue. The final and most deadly incident took place around 3:35 am on Sunday, when three men - Charleston Burnett (25), Jordan Gardner (25), and Willie Cain (26) - were found dead after being shot on Moseley Avenue near Cedar Avenue.

  • On Saturday at 6:57 pm, Saviz Adams was shot and killed in the 1500 block of Florence Avenue.
  • On Sunday at 12:04 am, three people - a 7-year-old, an 18-year-old, and a 24-year-old - were shot and injured in the 700 block of Key Street.
  • On Sunday at 1:29 am, a 17-year-old boy was shot and wounded in the 1200 block of Holt Avenue.
  • On Sunday at 3:35 am, three men - Charleston Burnett (25), Jordan Gardner (25), and Willie Cain (26) - were found dead after being shot on Moseley Avenue near Cedar Avenue.

The players

Saviz Adams

A 35-year-old man who was shot and killed in the 1500 block of Florence Avenue.

Charleston Burnett

A 25-year-old man who was found dead after being shot on Moseley Avenue near Cedar Avenue.

Jordan Gardner

A 25-year-old man who was found dead after being shot on Moseley Avenue near Cedar Avenue.

Willie Cain

A 26-year-old man who was found dead after being shot on Moseley Avenue near Cedar Avenue.

Lester Miller

The mayor of Macon, who released a statement expressing grief over the tragedies and calling for unity and support for those impacted.

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What they’re saying

“Our hearts are breaking and our souls are crying out today alongside too many people. The tragedies and violence of this weekend and past week are enough to make the strongest person mourn and ask why.”

— Lester Miller, Mayor of Macon (13WMAZ)

What’s next

The Bibb County Sheriff's Office has not released any information about suspects in the shootings or whether the incidents are connected. They are still investigating the details of each shooting, including the types of guns used and the number of shots fired.

The takeaway

The rash of gun violence in Macon has left the community shaken and searching for answers. Local leaders have emphasized the need for greater support and resources to address the underlying issues driving this spike in shootings, as well as the importance of the community coming together to report suspicious activity and support those directly impacted by these tragedies.