Christian Gomez, a 35-year-old Hispanic man from Ocala, Florida, was found shot inside his apartment at the Magnolia Trace Apartments on Northeast 14th Street on August 2, 2018. He was taken to Ocala Regional Medical Center but died of his injuries. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran, husband and father, Gomez’s death deeply affected his family and neighbors.

Investigators say there was a struggle and an altercation in the apartment before the shooting, but investigators have not released a suspect description or a clear motive. The neighborhood is generally considered safe, which heightened shock in the community. No arrests have been announced and the Ocala Police Department is asking the public for information; tips can be provided anonymously.

Anyone who knew Christian, was in the Magnolia Trace area on August 2, 2018, or has information that could help the investigation is urged to contact the police.