Isiah Jones’ brother charged with murder after allegedly shooting boxer, 28, in head in heated argument

SLAIN boxer Isiah Jones' brother has been arrested and charged with his murder following a dispute earlier this week.

Timothy Lyman is accused of getting into an argument with Jones at around 6.20pm on Monday in Detroit before shooting the 28-year-old in the face and fleeing the scene.

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Jones was found unresponsive and was later pronounced dead.

Lyman was arrested on Wednesday, and according to prosecutors, has been charged with one count of second-degree murder, reports.

He has also been charged with one count of felony firearm.

Lyman is due in court for a hearing on the case on Thursday.

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Middleweight Jones has been described as a "great father", who "provided for his kids".

Jones' longtime boxing trainer, Roshawn Jones (no relation), told The Ring: "He was a hard worker.

"Everyone is not perfect in life but he was a good human being.

"He’d make you smile and laugh and was a great role model in the gym."

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Jones, a National Golden Gloves winner, turned pro in 2016.

He had a professional record of 9-7-0.

Trainer Roshawn has set up a GoFundMe, with money going towards Jones' funeral and kids.