Zedwards Jackson, a 52-year-old African American man, was found dead in his West Palm Beach home on May 7, 2016, the victim of multiple gunshot wounds. The West Palm Beach Police Department opened a homicide investigation after witnesses reported loud arguments and gunshots that night and officers discovered Jackson deceased at the scene.

Investigators linked the killing to a dispute between Jackson and an acquaintance. Authorities identified a 34-year-old man, Marcus Thompson, as a suspect; Thompson was known to have had prior altercations with Jackson and was arrested and charged with first-degree murder. During the legal proceedings, testimony and forensic evidence were presented, while the defense argued Thompson acted in self-defense.

The case prompted a civil wrongful-death suit by Jackson’s family alleging reckless, unjustified conduct. Community members expressed concern about the violence and its impact on the neighborhood.

If anyone knew Zedwards Jackson or witnessed the events that night, please share what might help the record.