21-year-old college student shot and killed after responding to a Craiglist ad for a new iPhone 6.

James Jones, Jr. (Photo via WSBTV)

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Suspects left to right: Ruthenberg, Myles & Baker. (Photo courtesy of the Marietta Police Department)

James Jones, a junior at Clark Atlanta University, was approached by a group of young men around 9:30 pm Monday evening at the location of the deal. He was then robbed and fatally shot.

A 21-year-old college student was shot and killed after responding to a Craiglist ad for a new iPhone 6.

“As the victim approached Jamaica Cove and entered in to meet with the sellers for the iPhone, the suspects then robbed, shot and killed him right at the scene,” said Officer David Baldwin.

Police have charged three men with felony murder, aggravated assault and armed robbery.

Police have identified the suspects in custody as 18-year-old Jordan Baker, 19-year-old Jonathan Myles, and 21-year-old Kaylnn Ruthenberg.

Watch the full report on Jones’ murder below:

This is the second Craiglist-related shooting in Atlanta metro area. Residents Bud and June Runionwere killed last month while responding to a Craiglist ad for a classic car.

“Obviously there have been two cases where this has really turned tragic for somebody just wanting to buy something on the Internet,” said Officer Baldwin.

Students and community members are shocked by the sudden death. “It’s a shame it had to happen. I’m sure he didn’t go out there expecting that woultd be his last move for life,” one student said.

Clark Atlanta released a statement on Jones’ murder. An excerpt is below:

Clark Atlanta University today mourns the death of junior chemistry major James E. Jones, a native of Daytona Beach, Fla., who maintained a cumulative 3.0 GPA. Mr. Jones was killed last evening (Monday, Feb. 9) while visiting Marietta, Ga. 

This is a devastating loss for the Clark Atlanta University family. Mr. Jones was a serious scholar and a kind, engaging spirit whose work and comportment spoke well of the University’s core values and those long ago instilled in him by those contributing to his upbringing.

A memorial honoring Jones’ life will be held Thursday on campus.