Edward Demond Myles Sr. was 27 when he died on August 8, 2020, in Palatka, Florida. He was found at Putnam Community Medical Center and pronounced dead; investigators determined his death was the result of a violent crime rather than natural causes. Born July 2, 1993, he was the son of Hezekiah and Katrina Myles and is survived by several siblings and children.

Local law enforcement opened a homicide investigation and conducted interviews and forensic work, but officials did not immediately release details about the specific injuries or the events that led to his death. As of the latest available updates, no arrests had been announced and detectives said the case remained open.

If anyone in Palatka that night saw something or has information about Edward’s death, please contact the Palatka Police Department.