Man accused in beating death of toddler found in bathtub arrested in Framingham, Massachusetts

Dioblis Williams, 25, was arrested in Framingham, Massachusetts, on a homicide warrant for the beating death of two-year-old Jamir Jones in 2020. The U. S. Marshals Service District of Massachusetts Fugitive Task Force apprehended him after officers observed him walking in disguise on Union Avenue. Surveillance footage documented Williams tossing aside his wig before his arrest, highlighting the successful operation.

Jamir's great-grandmother described him as a "happy baby" and expressed hope that the arrest would bring them closer to justice. Acting U. S. Marshal Kevin W. Neal stated that Williams could not evade accountability by hiding in Massachusetts.

The Columbus Police Department collaborated with the U. S. Marshals Southern Ohio Fugitive Apprehension Strike Team to locate Williams, who was linked to an address in the state through an Instagram account. Williams' alleged crime has left a lasting impact on the community, emphasizing the importance of justice for victims of violence. His arrest serves as a reminder of the persistent efforts law enforcement employs in fugitive apprehension.