Acworth police have identified Jordan Alexander Jones as the man shot early Saturday morning after breaking up a dispute outside Saddle Bar. (Credit: Mountain View High School)
ACWORTH, Ga. - Police have identified a security guard killed early Saturday morning at a recently opened Acworth bar after breaking up a fight.
What we know:
Jordan Alexander Jones, 28, of Lawrenceville, was allegedly shot by Daniel Di Vonne Parsons, 25, after breaking up the fight between Parsons and another person, Acworth police said.
Saddle Bar management said Jones, who was working security at the bar, stepped in after seeing a man assault a woman. Jones was able to defuse the situation, but Parsons allegedly retrieved a firearm and shot him in the parking lot.
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"Our entire Saddlebar team is grieving the loss of a brave individual who put himself in harm’s way to protect someone else. His courage and selflessness will not be forgotten," the bar owner posted to social media.
Police responded to the bar on Cowan Road around 2:46 a.m., where they found Jones suffering from a gunshot wound. He was rushed to Wellstar Kennestone Hospital, where he died from his injuries.
Parsons is charged with murder, aggravated assault and aggravated battery. He was booked into the Cobb County jail and is being held without bond.
What they're saying:
Jones’ alma mater, Mountain View High School, and the University of West Alabama, posted tributes to him after his passing.
"Jordan was a proud Bear who made a lasting impact on our program as both a student-athlete and later as a coach," Mountain View staff said in a statement. "Jordan was a leader on and off the field and a tremendous role model for our student-athletes."
Jones was set to join the Michigan Arsenal, an Indoor Arena Football team, for their training camp as a linebacker before his passing. The team called his passing a "profound loss."
"The Michigan Arsenal organization is deeply saddened by the passing of Jordan Jones. Our thoughts and prayers are with Jordan’s family, friends, and loved ones during this incredibly difficult time.
Jordan was a remarkable young man whose talent, drive, and character stood out from the moment we connected with him. We were truly looking forward to welcoming him to our training camp and watching him grow within our organization. Even before stepping onto the field with us, Jordan had already become part of the Michigan Arsenal family.
His passing is a profound loss, not only for those who knew him personally but for the entire football community. We will honor his memory and keep his loved ones in our thoughts and prayers."
The Source: Information in this article comes from the Acworth Police Department and prior FOX 5 reporting.