Blake Hendrix of Callahan Found Murdered in Riverside
Case solved. Arrests made.
Blake Hendrix, 23, of Callahan, was found dead by police answering a report about shots fired near King Street early Sunday morning, Feb. 16th, 2020. Hendrix, a West Nassau High School graduate, was shot after a fight broke out, his friends previously told News4Jax. His uncle said his nephew was protecting a friend who was involved in the fight when someone pulled out a gun and shot him.
Off-duty officers working near King and Forbes streets heard gunshots ring out about 2 a.m., according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office. After speaking with bystanders, the officers were pointed to a nearby business and they soon found a man lying dead in the road.
Detectives spoke with multiple witnesses in hopes of piecing together what happened. They’re currently trying to identify anyone who might have been involved, or those who saw what led up to the shooting.
Please call First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-8477 if you have any information on this case.You will remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward up to $3,000.
