Kiefer Coxwell, a 34-year-old Caucasian man, was found dead of multiple gunshot wounds in a homeless camp on the eastern edge of Palmetto, Florida. His body was discovered March 14, 2023; the shooting occurred March 13, 2023. The Palmetto Police Department and the Manatee County Multi-Agency Homicide Task Force investigated the scene after officers were called about a deceased person.

Detectives identified and arrested 27-year-old Eric Pompey Jr., a Palmetto resident who was said to be acquainted with Coxwell. Pompey was charged with second-degree homicide and booked into the Manatee County Jail held without bond. Authorities have stated they believe he acted alone, but the investigation was described as ongoing and motive and many evidentiary details have not been released.

If anyone knew Kiefer, his routines, or saw activity around the camp that weekend, please share information with investigators.