Erik Princeton Fountano, a 37-year-old African American father of four, was found with gunshot wounds and died on September 9, 2022, in the Alderman Park area of Jacksonville, Florida. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a shooting around 10:30 p.m.; Erik was pronounced dead on arrival.

Authorities say the shooting occurred during an altercation. Investigators identified a suspect and arrested 46-year-old Micheal Brown; Brown, described in the report as a convicted felon, was charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. A witness who knew both Erik and Brown is reported to have seen the shooting, which contributed to the arrest.

Erik’s family and local groups, including the Jacksonville chapter of MAD DADS, have urged anyone with information to contact authorities as the investigation and legal proceedings continue. If anyone knew Erik, Brown, or saw the incident, please share what you know with law enforcement.