Casey Goodson Jr., 22, was found dead from gunshot wounds on January 1, 2023, in the 500 block of Ravensview Drive in Tallahassee. The Leon County Sheriff’s Office is investigating; as of late February 2023 no arrests had been announced and the circumstances of his death remain unclear.

Friends and family organized a rally on February 24, 2023, at Ravensview Drive and Highway 20 to press for answers. His mother, Heather Strickland, has been publicly appealing for witnesses. The sheriff’s office asked the public to contact Crime Stoppers at 850-574-TIPS; a cash reward of up to $5,000 is being offered and tips can be anonymous.

Anyone who knew Casey or has information about what happened that night is urged to come forward.