Tragic Shooting at Macon Bar Leaves Three Dead Amid Violent Weekend

May 18, 2025
Tragic Shooting at Macon Bar Leaves Three Dead Amid Violent Weekend
  • As of now, authorities have not identified any suspects or disclosed a motive for the shooting, and no arrests have been made.

  • A tragic shooting at the Midtown Daiquiri Bar & Grill in Macon, Georgia, occurred around midnight on May 18, 2025, resulting in the deaths of three men and injuries to several others.

  • Witnesses reported that an argument preceded the shooting, leading to chaos as patrons sought shelter inside the bar.

  • The incident is part of a violent weekend in Macon, where four people were fatally shot, including one victim at a graduation party just a day prior.

  • The deceased victims have been identified as brothers Javonta Faulks (32), Jedarrius Meadows Jr. (28), and Javarsia Meadows (24), all of whom sustained multiple gunshot wounds.

  • Six individuals were transported to the hospital for treatment, with one undergoing surgery and others receiving emergency care.

  • The coroner confirmed that the three men were pronounced dead at the scene, highlighting the severity of the violence.

  • Bibb County Sheriff David Davis expressed concern over the recent spike in violence, noting that Macon had experienced five homicides in the past week alone.

  • Bibb County deputies responded to the scene after receiving emergency calls about the shooting, finding multiple victims suffering from gunshot wounds.

  • Davis emphasized the troubling nature of the shooting amid a recent lull in violence in the community, calling for peace without resorting to gunfire.

  • The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information about the incident to contact them or reach out to Macon Regional Crime Stoppers.

  • Sheriff Davis is also considering whether the liquor license for the bar will be revoked as part of the ongoing investigation into the shooting.

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