Christine Ashlee Rucker, 30, was fatally shot in her San Juan Avenue condominium in Jacksonville on October 31, 2017. The shooting happened in the early hours and occurred in front of her young son. Her sister, Lisa Rucker, was critically injured after intervening.

Investigators identified Ashlee’s ex-boyfriend, Chad Olan Absher, as the primary suspect. Absher reportedly came to the residence that night, a confrontation followed, and gunfire left Ashlee dead at the scene. Absher had a documented history of abusive behavior toward Ashlee. He was arrested and charged with first-degree murder, attempted first-degree murder, and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon. During trial he claimed Ashlee shot at him first and the shooting was accidental, but the jury rejected that defense and found him guilty on all charges.

The case underscores the lethal risks of domestic violence and the lasting harm to surviving family members and witnesses. If anyone knew Ashlee, Lisa, or saw activity near the San Juan Avenue condominium that night, please share what might help clarify events.