Jay Thames Jr

Do you know who killed James Cecil Thames Jr in 2003?
Jay Thames Jr., age 57, was found murdered on June 8, 2003, at his residence located at 1115 SW 3rd Avenue in Gainesville, Florida. His body was discovered at approximately 6:52 pm, and the cause of death was determined to be a beating. Thames lived in a quad apartment building, but despite being in a residential area, no witnesses came forward with information that could lead to an arrest.

The case remains unsolved, and local law enforcement is still seeking any leads that could provide insight into the events leading to Thames' death. Gainesville police continue to encourage the community to come forward with any potential information that could help close this cold case. Community involvement remains crucial, and rewards are often offered for tips that lead to successful convictions, emphasizing the importance of public assistance in solving such cases.