Corey Adams, a defensive end for Ole Miss, died in Cordova, according to an announcement from the program and the Shelby County Sheriff's Office.

Ole Miss Rebels freshman defensive end Corey Adams, 18, died in a fatal shooting in Cordova, Tennessee. The Rebels program released a statement on his death on Sunday after sheriffs identified him as a victim. The Shelby County Sherriff's Office identified Adams, who was pronounced dead at the scene, as the victim.

The investigation into the shooting death of Ole Miss football freshman Corey Adams is ongoing, police said during a news conference July 21.