Waycross Man Killed in Shooting, Police Encounter Armed Suspect Nearby

WAYCROSS, Ga. — A man has been arrested and charged with murder following a fatal shooting Friday night in Waycross, according to the Waycross Police Department.

On March 13, 2026, at approximately 8:22 p.m., Waycross police officers responded to reports of a shooting near the intersection of Snelson Street and Old Brunel Street.

When officers arrived, they found a man who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was pronounced dead at the scene and later identified as 35-year-old Jacob Garrett Cothern of Waycross.

While officers were responding to the scene, additional officers encountered 29-year-old Brandon Dale Frick a short distance away from the crime scene.

According to police, Frick was armed when officers made contact with him. When officers attempted to approach, he allegedly attempted to flee on foot.

Officers were able to pursue Frick and safely take him into custody.

Frick was transported to the Ware County Jail, where he has been charged with murder.

Authorities say the investigation remains active and ongoing. Anyone with information related to the case is asked to contact the Waycross Police Department by calling the Community Automated Tip (CAT) line at 972-287-2924. Anonymous tips are accepted.