Jamarr J. Forkland, a 34-year-old African American man from Cleveland, Ohio, was murdered on October 21, 2017. Jerry C. Sims, known by the street name J-Roc, was charged in the case and faced additional counts including attempted murder and drug-related offenses.

Sims was convicted of aggravated murder in 2019. Later, allegations surfaced that Detective Kenneth Lundy, the lead investigator, had an improper relationship with the sole eyewitness, identified as Jane Doe. Doe recanted her trial testimony, saying Lundy had manipulated her into making false statements.

The Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office requested a court hearing to examine whether Lundy’s conduct affected the trial’s integrity. Sims has asked for a new trial; the prosecutor’s office opposes that request but agreed to a hearing. The case remains ongoing and raises questions about the investigation and the conviction.

If anyone knew Jamarr Forkland, Jane Doe, or has information about the investigation, please come forward.