William Marshall, 59, was found dead in Jacksonville, Florida, on September 13, 2016. His death was one of several violent homicides that year as the city experienced a marked rise in killings and heightened public concern.

Marshall was discovered in an area of Jacksonville noted for multiple past incidents of violent crime. The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office identified his death as a homicide and has been seeking tips from the public while the case remains under investigation. Community advocates and local media highlighted 2016 as an especially violent year for the city, calling for more resources and stronger partnerships to address the problem.

Anyone with information about William Marshall’s homicide is asked to contact the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.