Two young men were killed in an early-morning shooting in Downtown Jacksonville. Alphonso Sanders, 31, and his cousin Damien Sinclair were shot around 3am on May 6, 2023, at the intersection of Forsyth and Julia Streets. Jacksonville Fire Rescue responded; Sanders died at the scene and Sinclair was taken to hospital, where he later died.

Family members identified the victims and described them as close-knit, helpful young men who had been out at a club that night. Multiple nearby cars were struck by gunfire, and investigators are reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses as the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office continues its probe. No arrests or suspects have been reported.

If anyone saw activity around Forsyth and Julia Streets that morning or has footage from nearby businesses or vehicles, please share what was seen with investigators.