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Jonathan Sullivan, 27, was shot to death at Ker’s Wing House in Ocala, Florida, on June 18, 2017. According to witnesses, an altercation began when Sullivan struck Robert Bavle in the back of the head; Bavle then drew a .40 caliber handgun and fired at Sullivan. Sullivan was chased, shot 13 times (including six to the upper body), and died while being transported to Ocala Regional Medical Center.

Bavle was arrested and initially charged with second-degree murder. His defense said he acted in self-defense, alleging Sullivan had been stalking him and that he feared for his life. Witnesses testified that Bavle continued firing after Sullivan had fallen, and the jury convicted Bavle of manslaughter with a firearm in April 2019. At sentencing, Circuit Judge Steven G. Rogers imposed a 28-year prison term. Sullivan’s mother, Kay Sullivan, described the lasting trauma and grief the family has endured.

Does anyone have memories of Ker’s Wing House or the day of the shooting that could shed further light on what happened?