Sophia Jaden Heasley was 18 when she was shot and killed on March 23, 2021, along South Verona Avenue in Avon Park, Florida. Born August 13, 2002, in Hermitage, Tennessee, she had lived in Florida for 12 years and was remembered for her love of volleyball, soccer and time with friends and family. She worked as a hostess and took part in the AVID program at school.

The shooting occurred about 11:45 p.m. and also wounded an 18-year-old man; his injuries were not reported as serious. The Highlands County Sheriff’s Office has asked the public for help identifying the shooter and is offering a reward for information. No arrests have been announced and the investigation remains open.

Did anyone in Avon Park or Sebring know Sophia or see anything on the night of March 23, 2021 that could help investigators?