Larry Odell Williams, a 30-year-old African American man, was shot to death on January 6, 2018, near the intersection of 16th Street and Myrtle Avenue in Jacksonville, Florida. According to reports, he was walking to his car after leaving the Ethio Discount Food Store when an unknown assailant approached and began shooting; Williams was pronounced dead at the scene about 12:30 a.m.

Security camera footage reportedly captured a gunman running up to the scene and then fleeing. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office opened an investigation but as of the latest updates no arrests have been announced and the shooter’s identity remains unknown. Crime Stoppers has been involved, with the police offering anonymity and possible rewards for tips.

The killing occurred during a weekend that included multiple shootings and homicides in Jacksonville, intensifying community concern and law enforcement activity. If anyone has information about what happened that night or recognizes the person in the footage, please contact the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers.