Joel Armand Smith, 37, was shot on Powhatan Court in Lakeland, Florida around 3 a.m. on May 20, 2015. He was transported for treatment but died two days later from multiple gunshot wounds; the Lakeland Police Department investigated the incident as a homicide.

Investigators described challenges early in the probe, including a lack of immediate witnesses and limited physical evidence at the scene. Detectives pursued leads, conducted interviews, identified persons of interest, and executed search warrants as the investigation continued.

If anyone knew Joel, was on Powhatan Court that night, or has information that could help investigators, please come forward to provide a tip.