John Christopher Watson, 45, was shot and killed in Fort Lauderdale on December 19, 2020, around 12:20 a.m. He was walking in the 600 block of Northwest 3rd Avenue when an unknown man approached and fired multiple times; Watson was pronounced dead at the scene. The shooting occurred days before what would have been his 46th birthday on December 24.

Fort Lauderdale Police continue to investigate and are asking the public for tips. Broward Crime Stoppers is offering a reward of up to $3,000 for information that leads to an arrest. No arrests have been announced and the shooter’s identity remains unknown.

If anyone was in the area that night or has information about the shooting, please contact the Fort Lauderdale Police or Broward Crime Stoppers.