Families and friends remember young man killed in Cody’s shooting last year

JACKSON, Tenn.– One year ago, 20-year-old Braxton Watkins died in a shooting at Cody’s Saloon and Dance Hall in Jackson.

“I think he was just gone too soon. Braxton was a fun, loving guy. He didn’t cause any problems. He didn’t deserve what he got,” said Braxton’s father, Kevin Watkins.

Tuesday afternoon, Braxton’s closest friends and family gathered to remember him. They released balloons and wore t-shirts with Braxton’s face.

“I really miss Braxton’s smile. The loss of your child is really hard.  You have to re-learn to cope again,” Watkins said.

Coping is even more difficult for the family  without an arrest made in Watkins’ death.

“Just wish if somebody knew, just please let us know. I don’t believe in vengeance and all that. I believe in justice,” Watkins said.

Until justice is served, Braxton’s family is praying for answers.

“We have hope and we believe Braxton is in a better place,” Watkins said.

Five people were also injured in the same shooting at Cody’s last year.

Anyone with information on the shooting is asked to call Jackson police at (731) 425-8400, or Crime Stoppers at (731) 424-8477.