Bernard Jones, a Fort Lauderdale resident, died on June 15, 2017. Initial reports described the circumstances as unclear, and law enforcement later concluded he was the victim of a violent crime and treated the case as a homicide.

Investigators collected scene evidence and witness statements that they say pointed to foul play. Several suspects were identified and questioned, and forensic evidence was cited as important in narrowing suspects and building a case. Arrests and charges were brought against primary suspects, and the matter proceeded through multiple hearings with prosecution and defense presenting evidence and testimony.

Local media attention and community concern followed the case, which ultimately ended with convictions of the main perpetrators, according to reports, and brought a measure of closure for Jones’s family and neighbors. Is there anyone who knew Bernard or who can share information about his life in Fort Lauderdale?