Georgia Man Dies After Wounding Himself During Police Questioning About Escaped Inmates
MACON, Ga. – A tragic incident occurred on Tuesday when a Georgia man died after injuring himself during police questioning. Christian Demond Williams, 23, was found at a Macon apartment by the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force, who were investigating the escape of four inmates from the Bibb County jail. It is believed that Williams may have had information related to the jailbreak.
When the task force agents arrived at Williams’ apartment on Monday, a bullet was fired through the door. A SWAT team was called in, and a woman inside the apartment led officers to Williams, who was wounded. The woman stated that Williams had shot himself. He was rushed to a nearby hospital but succumbed to his injuries on Tuesday.
Bibb County Sheriff David Davis confirmed that no officers fired their guns during the incident. The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is now conducting an inquiry into the case, as police officers were involved. An autopsy will be performed to determine the exact cause of Williams’ death.
This unfortunate event comes after a string of incidents related to the October 16 jailbreak. In the aftermath, a blue Dodge Challenger believed to be involved in the escape was found abandoned in a Macon supermarket parking lot. Investigators are following up on leads to track down the four escaped inmates: Joey Fournier, Marc Kerry Anderson, Johnifer Dernard Barnwell, and Chavis Demaryo Stokes.
Christian Williams had been missing since March 5 and was set to face trial for murder in the shooting death of a man at a Macon convenience store. Williams was also facing issues with his electronic ankle monitor, as the bail bonding company failed to notify officials about a battery failure.
Williams’ possible involvement with the escaped inmates is currently under investigation, according to the Bibb County Sheriff’s Office. A woman named Mykia Mynesha Williams was arrested at the apartment and charged with aiding an escape. It is unclear if she is related to Christian Williams or if she has legal representation.
Bibb County Sheriff David Davis assured the public that tracking down the escapees is the department’s “singular focus.” A combined reward of $73,000 is being offered for information leading to the inmates’ capture.
Anyone with information about the escapees’ whereabouts is urged to contact the FBI or the U.S. Marshals Service. Tip lines and online submission options are available for those who wish to provide information anonymously.
As investigations continue into these disturbing events, the community remains on high alert, hoping for a swift resolution to ensure the safety of the public.