Stolen SUV Crashes into Home Killing Sarah Joshua
February 15, 2017

On Tuesday, February 7th, 2017, about 10pm, near the intersection of W. 31st Street and Pearce Street, 66 year old Sarah Joshua was killed when a stolen SUV crashed into her Moncrief home and struck her while she was sitting on a couch watching TV.

A silver 2004 Lincoln Aviator smashed through a concrete-block wall into the den area, struck Sarah Joshua and continued through the home into the backyard then the driver ran away.

Joshua was pronounced dead at the scene. Her 43 year old nephew, who was in another section of the house, was not injured.

 
If you have any information about who may have committed this senseless Hit and Run. Please call First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-8477. You WILL remain  anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward up to $3,000. Or you can click on the "Submit A Tip" to the left of this post.

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Maurice Hobbs, Jr.Southside Estates Homicide
February 01, 2017

On Thursday, January 26th, Maurice Hobbs Jr. was shot and killed just before 10 p.m. on Agave Road near Cortez Road, the Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office said.  Maurice turned 18 just two days before.

Detectives interviewed several witnesses, including some who said they saw a black car driving away from the scene.  

Anyone with information about the homicide is asked to call the Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office at 904-630-0500 or to remain anonymous and receive a cash reward of up to $3,000 call First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-8477. Or click the "help solve this crime" tab at the bottom of this post..


Southside Estates Homicide
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Unidentified Man Found Inside Dumpster Fire-Police Need Help
January 31, 2017

A man who has not been identified yet was found dead in a dumpster after firefighters doused a fire inside the dumpster 1229 Clark Street on Jacksonville`s Eastside. Doctors later ruled his death a homicide. Police said the man had a medical device implanted in his spinal cord.

Anyone with information about the homicide is asked to call the Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office at 904-630-0500 or to remain anonymous and receive a cash reward of up to $3,000 call First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-8477. Or click the "help solve this crime" tab at the bottom of this post..


January Homicides in Jacksonville
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Jacob Kellner Found Dead in Memorial Park Cemetery
January 24, 2017

The body of a 23-year-old man was found on Monday, Jan. 23rd, morning by a jogger in the back lot of Memorial Park Cemetery, the Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office said.

Police suspect foul play in the death of the man, who police later identified as Jacob Kellner. Police said Kellner was fully dressed.

Detectives said it`s unclear how long Kellner`s body had been there.

Anyone with information about the homicide is asked to call the Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office at 904-630-0500 or to remain anonymous and receive a cash reward of up to $3,000 call First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-8477. Or click the "help solve this crime" tab at the bottom of this post..


Body Found in Memorial Park Cemetery
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Chauncey McNair Murdered on Lynton St
January 18, 2017

Officers are trying to figure out who shot and killed a 31-year-old man early Monday on Lynton Street, off Norwood Avenue, in the city`s Tallulah neighborhood.

The Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office found Chauncey McNair lying in the road off Norwood Avenue about 2:20 a.m. Monday, Jan 16th, with several gunshot wounds. He was taken to UF Health Jacksonville, where he died. 

The victim`s sister identified him as Chauncey McNair and the hospital told the family that he was shot 15 times. 

Family members told News4Jax that the house where McNair was shot was not his home, and they don`t know why he was there. 

Investigators are searching for the gunman and checking the neighborhood for surveillance. They have not released any suspect information.

Anyone with information is asked to anonymously call First Coast Crime Stoppers at 866-845-8477 You WILL remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000.


Chauncey McNair Shot and Killed on Lynton Street
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Two Shot at The Jacksonville Landing
January 17, 2017

Monday`s double shooting at the Jacksonville Landing that resulted in the death of a 16-year-old boy was connected to a double shooting of two teenagers at the downtown Art Walk 10 days earlier, and Sheriff Mike Williams said Tuesday the shooting was likely gang-related.

Khamoi Petersen died after the Monday afternoon shootings and a 13-year-old boy also shot suffered non-life-threatening injuries and has not been named.

Anyone with information is asked to anonymously call First Coast Crime Stoppers at 866-845-8477 You WILL remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000.


Jacksonville Landing Double Shooting
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Jahleel George Homicide on Jacksonville's Westside
January 10, 2017

On Monday, January 9th, around 4:30 am, the Sheriffs Office responded to the 5200 Block of Woodcrest Rd. regarding a deceased individual.

 

The man was later identified as 21 year old, Jahleel George. According to the police report he was found shot to death in his kitchen.

 

Anyone with information is asked to anonymously call First Coast Crime Stoppers at 866-845-8477 You WILL remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000.

 


Mother Demands Answers in Sons Murder
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2 Die in New Years Day Shooting in Springfield
January 03, 2017

Two die in  New Year`s Day double shooting in Springfield.

Police said Kareem Hagan, 22, died after the 3:53 p.m. shooting at the intersection of 18th and Main streets, which in the greater Springfield area, but outside the historic Springfield zone. On Monday, police said 17-year-old Marquis Marquez died of his injuries at UF Health Jacksonville.

Anyone with information is asked to anonymously call First Coast Crime Stoppers at 866-845-8477 You WILL remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000.


2 Dead in New Year`s Day Double Shooting in Springfield
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Traffic Homicide of Kyle Gay
January 03, 2017

Kyle Connor Gay was killed and a second person was injured in a hit-and-run crash early Sunday morning< Jan. 1st, 2017,on Rowe Avenue, less than a mile from Edgewood Avenue West, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office.

Police said Kyle Connor Gay, 23, was walking south on Rowe Avenue at about 1 a.m. Sunday, pushing a shopping cart, when he and another person were struck from behind by a car near Gainesville Road off Lem Turner.

Police said a light-colored vehicle struck the men, who were both taken to UF Health Jacksonville, where Gay died. The second person`s injuries were described as non-life-threatening. His name was not released.

Kyle Gay`s shopping cart was left mangled from the impact.

Police are searching for the truck, which possibly has front-end damage. They said the driver turned left on Gainesville Road and never turned around.

Anyone with information is asked to anonymously call First Coast Crime Stoppers at 866-845-8477 You WILL remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000.


Traffic Homicide on Rowe Ave.
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George DeCosta Murder on Droad Street
December 06, 2016

After multiple gunshots were heard in a Moncrief neighborhood about 1:30 p.m. Thursday, December 1st,  Jacksonville police found a man dead on Droad Street.

Police identified the victim as 46-year-old George DeCosta.

Homicide detectives said they don`t know what led to the gunfire or who fired the shots. They were looking for witnesses and gathering evidence. K-9 teams were brought in to help search the area.

Rowe Avenue between Christobel and Briley avenues were closed while police investigated.

Anyone with information is asked to anonymously call First Coast Crime Stoppers at 866-845-8477 You WILL remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000.


Droad Street Homicide
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