Jared J. James was a 25-year-old African American man from Orlando who died on October 3, 2018. His death was investigated as a violent crime and investigators determined he had been fatally shot. The motive has been described as unclear.

Multiple suspects were identified and arrests followed. The primary suspect was charged with first-degree murder and was accused, along with several accomplices, of taking part in a premeditated attack. Reports mention eyewitness testimony and forensic findings as part of the evidence; the case generated extensive court activity with hearings and motions.

Jared’s family has attended court proceedings and also filed civil suits seeking damages related to his death. If anyone knew Jared, witnessed the shooting, or has information about the events of October 3, 2018, please share what is known.