Edward Kenneth Ross, 30, was shot to death at his home on Sunset Avenue in Panama City Beach, Florida, on December 29, 2019. Family remember him as King Edward, a longtime Beach Rental Services employee who loved surfing, skateboarding and traveling and was known for his infectious laugh. His father, Kenneth Ross, witnessed his son take his last breath.

Three gunmen forced their way into the house shortly after Edward stepped out of the shower and shot him multiple times. Investigators say the attack was a planned robbery. Abel Ortiz was convicted of first-degree felony murder and attempted robbery with a firearm; prosecutors said he shot Edward seven times, three bullets striking him, including a fatal shot to the back. Jorge L. King Perez, 22, is accused of organizing the robbery and supplying the firearms but did not fire a weapon himself; he waited outside the home. Joshua Emmanuel Campbell was also arrested and charged in connection with the killing.

Edward’s family continues to grieve his sudden death and remember his kindness. If anyone saw activity around Sunset Avenue on December 29, 2019, or has information about the case, please come forward.