Virgil Desouza Sanders, a 40-year-old African American man, died on July 4, 2015, in Jacksonville, Florida. His death was investigated as a suspicious death and later classified as a homicide after police determined he had suffered fatal injuries consistent with foul play.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office conducted an extensive investigation that included gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and later involving cold case units as the inquiry continued.

The case remains open and detectives continue to re-examine leads and evidence. If anyone knew Virgil, saw activity in his neighborhood on July 4, 2015, or has information that could help investigators, please come forward.