In the early hours of Sunday, May 18, 2025, a vibrant night at the Midtown Daiquiri Bar & Grill on Log Cabin Drive in Macon, Georgia, turned into a scene of unimaginable tragedy. Around midnight, the sound of gunfire shattered the lively atmosphere, leaving three young men dead and six others wounded in a mass shooting that has left the Bibb County community reeling. As families mourn and authorities scramble to piece together the events, the incident has cast a somber shadow over a city already grappling with rising violence.
The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office responded swiftly to reports of shots fired at the popular nightlife spot, located at 4376 Log Cabin Drive. Deputies arrived to find chaos unfolding in the parking lot and along the adjacent sidewalk, where multiple victims lay injured. Paramedics rushed the wounded to Atrium Health Navicent, while three men were pronounced dead at the scene by Bibb County Coroner Leon Jones. The victims were later identified as 32-year-old Javonta Faulks, 28-year-old Jedarrius Meadows Jr., and 24-year-old Javarsia Meadows, all Macon residents. The loss of these lives, particularly the two Meadows brothers, has struck a deep chord among those who knew them, amplifying the grief felt across the community.
Details of the shooting remain scarce as investigators work tirelessly to uncover the circumstances that led to such a devastating outcome. Initial reports indicate that no fewer than 50 spent shell casings were recovered, scattered across the bar’s parking lot and into the neighboring dental office’s property. This grim evidence suggests a barrage of gunfire, though authorities have yet to determine whether the attack involved a single shooter or multiple assailants. Sheriff David Davis, speaking hours after the incident, described the scene as crowded and confusing, with witnesses and bystanders adding to the challenge of sorting fact from chaos. No suspects have been named, and no motive has been publicly disclosed, leaving residents anxious for answers.
The Midtown Daiquiri Bar & Grill, a fixture in Macon’s nightlife, has faced scrutiny in recent years. In 2023, the Macon-Bibb County Commission considered revoking the bar’s alcohol license following a series of violent incidents, including shootings in 2022 that injured multiple people. Despite these concerns, the bar continued to operate, drawing crowds for its lively atmosphere. Sunday’s tragedy, however, marks the deadliest incident in the establishment’s history and has reignited discussions about public safety in the area. Coroner Jones, reflecting on the broader toll of violence, noted that this week has been the deadliest in Bibb County for 2025, underscoring the urgency of addressing the root causes of such acts.
For the families of Javonta Faulks, Jedarrius Meadows Jr., and Javarsia Meadows, the pain is immeasurable. As they gather to mourn, the community has rallied to offer support, with vigils planned in the coming days. The Bibb County Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone with information to come forward, emphasizing that even the smallest detail could be crucial in bringing justice. Tips can be shared directly with the sheriff’s office at 478-751-7500 or anonymously through Macon Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-877-68CRIME. As the investigation continues, Macon holds its breath, hoping for clarity and healing in the wake of a night that changed lives forever.
