Two More Suspects Charged in Fatal Macon Shooting

A 15-year-old and 26-year-old arrested in connection to January killing of 19-year-old Dantwan Wynes

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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The Bibb County Sheriff's Office has arrested two additional suspects, including a 15-year-old, in connection to the fatal shooting of 19-year-old Dantwan Wynes in Macon, Georgia in January. Zay'vion Jackson, 18, was previously arrested and charged in the case. The new suspects face a range of charges including murder, aggravated assault, and criminal attempt to commit robbery.

Why it matters

This case highlights the ongoing gun violence and youth crime issues facing Macon, a city that has struggled with high rates of violent crime in recent years. The involvement of a 15-year-old suspect is particularly concerning and raises questions about juvenile justice and prevention efforts in the community.

The details

According to the sheriff's office, the 15-year-old suspect and 26-year-old Ja'nike Adams were arrested around 7 a.m. on Thursday in connection to Wynes' killing. Wynes was shot and killed on January 16 in a subdivision on Hardwick Drive, while another 19-year-old victim was critically injured. The 15-year-old has been charged with murder, three counts of aggravated assault, and criminal attempt to commit robbery. Adams faces charges including murder, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and criminal use of an article with an altered identification mark.

  • Wynes was shot and killed around 9:00 p.m. on January 16, 2026.
  • The two new suspects were arrested around 7 a.m. on March 5, 2026.

The players

Dantwan Wynes

A 19-year-old victim who was fatally shot in the January incident.

Zay'vion Jackson

An 18-year-old previously arrested and charged with murder, aggravated assault, and criminal attempt to commit armed robbery in connection to the case.

15-year-old suspect

A juvenile charged with murder, three counts of aggravated assault, and criminal attempt to commit robbery in the case.

Ja'nike Adams

A 26-year-old suspect charged with murder, criminal attempt to commit a felony, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and criminal use of an article with an altered identification mark.

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What’s next

The judge will determine whether to grant bail for the 26-year-old suspect Ja'nike Adams at a hearing next week.

The takeaway

This tragic case underscores the ongoing challenges Macon faces in addressing youth violence and gun crime. Community leaders and law enforcement will need to redouble efforts on prevention, intervention, and accountability to stem the tide of such senseless acts.