John Dawsey, 34, was shot and killed on December 23, 2018, in the Woodstock neighborhood on Jacksonville’s Westside. He was found on a sidewalk with a gunshot wound, taken to a hospital, and later died. Witnesses reported hearing multiple gunshots and saw several suspects fleeing, but could not give detailed descriptions.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office opened an investigation. A man was arrested the day after the shooting and charged with accessory after the fact. Investigators found an abandoned black minivan near the scene and recovered a rifle believed to have been used in the shooting.

Family members and community groups such as MAD DADS organized walks and outreach in the neighborhood seeking tips and witnesses. The case remained difficult because of limited witness descriptions and scarce leads. If anyone has information about the shooting, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office wants to hear from you.