James Batten, 26, was shot to death at the Zephyr Point Apartments in Zephyrhills, Florida, on October 26, 2019. Born June 11, 1993, he was engaged to Melissa Black and described as close to his family.

The encounter escalated and Batten was shot in the upper body, resulting in his death. The Zephyrhills Police Department identified and arrested the suspects, who were charged with second-degree murder.

The shooting devastated Batten’s family and drew local attention as legal proceedings began. If anyone has information about that night at Zephyr Point Apartments or knew James, please come forward to authorities.