Christopher Williams was 20 when he was shot to death in Jacksonville, Florida, on April 28, 2017. He was found in a residential area with multiple gunshot wounds; the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office secured the scene and opened an investigation. Witnesses reported hearing gunfire and seeing a vehicle speed away, and detectives said the attack appeared to be premeditated.

Investigators faced challenges early on, including limited cooperation from potential witnesses and difficulty identifying suspects. The community held vigils and memorials while the family made public appeals for information. A suspect was later identified and arrested and charged with first-degree murder and related offenses; court proceedings were expected to follow.

If anyone in Jacksonville remembers the shooting, the vehicle seen leaving the scene, or has information that could help the investigation, please come forward.