POOLER, Ga — The Pooler community is heartbroken following the tragic loss of 48-year-old Montique E. Jenkins, who was killed in a shooting Saturday afternoon on Arnold Street. Police have confirmed that a suspect is in custody, and the investigation remains active and ongoing.

Around 3:30 p.m., officers responded to reports of a shooting at a home on Arnold Street. When they arrived, they found Montique suffering from at least one gunshot wound. Despite immediate efforts to save her, she was pronounced dead at the scene.

The Chatham County Coroner’s Office identified Jenkins and confirmed that an autopsy has been scheduled. Authorities believe the incident was isolated, as the victim and suspect were known to each other, and there is no threat to the public.

As investigators continue their work, the community is coming together to remember Montique — a loving daughter, friend, and neighbor whose kindness and strength touched everyone who knew her. Those close to her describe her as a woman with a beautiful soul, a caring heart, and a smile that could brighten any room. She was deeply loved, and her absence leaves a void that words cannot fill.

Montique’s family and friends are devastated by her sudden passing but hold tightly to the memories of her warmth, generosity, and unwavering spirit. Her legacy will live on in the lives she touched and the love she gave so freely.

The Pooler Police Department asks anyone with information about the shooting to contact them directly.

As the community mourns this senseless loss, they remember Montique E. Jenkins — gone too soon, but forever cherished in the hearts of those who loved her.