FBI Offering $10,000 Reward for Murder Suspect Mtayari Dixon
ATLANTA, GA (May 15, 2025) — New Rochelle Police Sergeant Tim Adrian of the NRPD Criminal Investigative Division appeared last night on the nationally-syndicated television show America’s Most Wanted filmed at the Georgia Public Broadcasting headquarters in Atlanta.
The show is available on the FOX-TV America’s Most Wanted website: S3 E4 Music Industry Murder 5-13-2025.
Never-before-released CCTV footage shows Mtayari Dixon allegedly shooting James Caldwell Jr., also known as Boogie Nation. Caldwell runs a few steps before collapsing face-first onto a sidewalk.
Dixon keeps moving, calmly walking along Col. Lee Archer Boulevard, onto Horton Avenue, crossing Brook Street, then onto North Avenue directly across the street from New Rochelle City Hall then past KFC and NRPD Headquarters on his way to the Metro-North Station in downtown New Rochelle.
An outline of the transcript from the TV show zeroes in on the details of the crime, the animosity of Dixon towards Caldwell and the information about the suspect, Mtayari Dixon, in the murder of James Caldwell Jr., also known as Boogie Nation.
Details of the Crime:
• Victim: James Caldwell Jr., a 29-year-old rapper known as Boogie Nation, was shot and killed in April 2022 in New Rochelle, New York, just steps from a police station.
• Incident: The shooting occurred in a public area, with multiple gunshots reported. A 911 call alerted police to shots fired, and officers found Caldwell face down in a pool of blood, bleeding heavily from his mouth. He was rushed to a hospital but did not survive.
• Surveillance Evidence: Chilling video footage captured the moment of the murder. It shows an individual in a black hoodie (identified as Mtayari Dixon) approaching, followed by gunshots. Caldwell attempted to flee but collapsed from his wounds. The suspect, Dixon, is seen calmly walking away, putting earbuds in his ears, and heading to the Metro-North train station.
• Escape: Dixon fled New Rochelle within 15 minutes of the shooting, leaving New York State in under 25 minutes. Cell phone records tracked his movements to a bus station in New York City, where he boarded a bus to Atlanta, Georgia. From there, he traveled to South Carolina and then Charlotte, North Carolina, where he turned off his cell phone, and the trail went cold.
Information About the Suspect, Mtayari Dixon:
• Profile: Mtayari Dixon is a 32-year-old Black male, 6’1”, 235 pounds, with brown eyes and black hair (possibly shaved). He has a tattoo of a man’s face on his upper left arm and is often seen wearing earbuds or headphones.
• Background: Dixon was an old classmate of Caldwell and a relative unknown in the music scene. He made beats and was eager to collaborate with Caldwell, who was rising in popularity. In 2021, they worked together on a song, but it performed poorly, largely due to Dixon’s beat, and Caldwell removed it from his YouTube channel. This led to Dixon feeling disrespected and left behind.
• Motive: Tensions escalated after the failed collaboration. By April 2022, Dixon was posting negative comments on Caldwell’s social media and sending threatening text messages, indicating a grudge that went beyond words. Investigators believe Dixon’s resentment over being overshadowed and disrespected drove him to the murder.
• Criminal History: Dixon had no prior arrests and was able to legally purchase the firearm used in the crime. He is not a career criminal, gang member, or mastermind, which makes his ability to evade capture unusual.
• Current Status: Dixon is wanted for murder in New York. He is considered armed and dangerous. The FBI is offering a $10,000 reward for information leading to his arrest. Authorities believe he may be receiving help from friends or family to stay hidden, possibly with financial support or a place to stay. He has no discernible job skills but may still be drawn to the music industry.
• Known Movements and Ties: After the murder, Dixon took a train to Stamford, Connecticut, and possibly a bus to Atlanta, Georgia, with further travel to Charlotte, North Carolina. He has ties to Stone Mountain, a small city outside Atlanta.
• Identification: Dixon was identified within four hours of the murder when an officer, who grew up with him and went to school with him, recognized him on surveillance footage. This officer’s familiarity was key, as no one in the detective division initially knew who he was.
Investigation Notes:
• The New Rochelle Police Department, led by Sergeant Tim Adrian, quickly mobilized their Criminal Investigative Division, pulling video from city cameras and local businesses. The suspect was captured on multiple videos, aiding in tracking his escape route.
• The FBI is assisting due to Dixon’s interstate flight. Authorities urge the public to report any sightings, emphasizing that even small tips could break the case open.
This article was drafted with the aid of Grok, an AI tool by xAI, under the direction and editing of Robert Cox to ensure accuracy and adherence to journalistic standards.
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