Dioblis Williams, 25, was arrested on August 27, 2025, in Framingham, Massachusetts, five years after being sought in connection to the 2020 murder of a 2-year-old boy named Jamir Jones in Columbus, Ohio. In an effort to evade capture, Williams was spotted by police wearing a wig as he walked in a downtown area. His capture ended a longstanding manhunt.
The Arrest and How It Happened
Police officer Andrew Lewis was in the area preparing for a briefing with the U.S. Marshals Service and Massachusetts State Police Violent Fugitive Apprehension Section, tasked with arresting Williams. While on patrol near a downtown sidewalk, the officer noticed two people walking together, one wearing a wig. Upon closer observation, the man disguised by the wig was identified as Williams.
After being spotted, Williams attempted to flee by crossing a street but stumbled and dropped his wig before surrendering peacefully. He was immediately taken into custody and booked by the Framingham Police Department. Williams faces charges from both Massachusetts and Ohio, including a murder warrant.
Background on the Case and the Victim
Williams is accused of murdering Jamir Jones, his girlfriend’s 2-year-old son. Jamir was found unconscious in a bathtub in Columbus in 2020 after Williams, who was babysitting, left the toddler unattended. Medical examiners concluded the toddler died from blunt force trauma to the abdomen, along with extensive bruising on his stomach, head, and neck.
Williams was classified as a fugitive from justice after fleeing and evading law enforcement for years. His whereabouts were suspected in Massachusetts after police observed his Instagram activity.
Official Statements and Law Enforcement Reaction
Acting U.S. Marshal Kevin Neal emphasized that Williams’s arrest is a message to fugitives everywhere: “You can run, but you can’t hide.” Neal expressed hopes the capture brings justice closer for Jamir Jones and his family.
Deputy Chief Sean Riley remarked on the severity of the crime and the significant relief his arrest brings to both Ohio and Massachusetts communities affected by the tragedy.
The Road to Justice and Next Steps
Williams is awaiting arraignment in Massachusetts and is expected to be extradited to Ohio to face trial for the murder charges. Court proceedings will likely also address the circumstances of Jamir’s death and Williams’s actions leading up to the fatal injury.
This case highlights the critical cooperation between state and federal law enforcement in tracking down fugitives and securing justice for vulnerable victims.
How the Community Can Help
Authorities encourage anyone with information about past or present sightings of Williams or suspicious activity related to the case to contact local police departments. They also urge the public to report any suspected child abuse immediately to protect potential victims.
Anyone who suspects child abuse can reach out to the Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline, available 24/7 and confidential in over 170 languages.
Conclusion: The End of a Lengthy Search for Justice
The capture of Dioblis Williams brings a measure of closure to a heartbreaking case that left a toddler’s life cut tragically short. While the wounds inflicted on Jamir Jones’s family will never fully heal, the arrest renews hope that accountability and justice will prevail through the legal process.
The case serves as a solemn reminder of the importance of vigilance, swift investigation, and community cooperation in protecting children and punishing those who harm them.
