Keon Bernard Smith, 49, a quarterbacks coach at Miami Norland Senior High School, was shot and killed in the early hours of June 3, 2024, outside his girlfriend’s home in Opa-locka near Northwest 132nd Street and Northwest 28th Avenue. Opa-locka police responded to reports of a shooting about 12:50 a.m. and found Smith with apparent gunshot wounds; Miami-Dade Fire Rescue pronounced him dead at the scene. The Miami-Dade Police Department’s Homicide Bureau took over the investigation and initially had no suspect information.

Smith was remembered by colleagues, students and family for his dedication to football, humility and positive influence; crisis counselors were made available at the school and a moment of silence was held at graduation. A reward of up to $5,000 was offered for information leading to an arrest. The motive remains unclear, though the family suggested jealousy related to a romantic situation as a possibility.

Does anyone who knew Keon or was in the Opa-locka area that night have information to share?