Stephen Robert Walker was 41 when he died in Orlando, Florida, on August 16, 2019. His death was ruled a homicide and prompted a formal criminal investigation.

Investigators identified and questioned multiple suspects and ultimately arrested a primary suspect, who was charged with first-degree murder. At trial the prosecution presented forensic evidence and witness testimony; the defendant was convicted of first-degree murder and sentenced to life in prison without parole.

Walker’s death drew local attention and renewed conversation about community safety and law enforcement response in Orlando. If anyone knew Stephen Walker, his movements that day, or has information that wasn’t presented at trial, please share what is known.