John Patrick Wilson was charged with attempted murder and armed robbery in the 12th Street incident after victims and witnesses eventually came forward to give statements to police, saying that Wilson attempted to rob two men at gunpoint and fired at least two shots during the confrontation. Wilson, a violent career criminal and former resident of Fernandina Beach, was visiting Amelia Island from Tennessee for the Shrimp Festival weekend and was residing with his mother and stepfather, Johnell Richo, at their Gum Street home.
Neighborhood discussion still centers on specific information about how events unfolded during the early morning hours of May 2, 2016, but those with knowledge have been reluctant to provide information to police investigators. Meanwhile, police officials met with local community leaders last month to encourage them to assist in facilitating communication between the police and the community. Yesterday investigators and police officials met with State Attorney Angela Corey to brief her on the status of the investigation and to discuss investigative options.
The Police Department is once again asking that those individuals with knowledge of this tragic incident, or with information about those who might have knowledge, to contact Detective Sergeant Tracey Hamilton at (904) 310-3211. The Fernandina Beach Police Department has a strong commitment to solving this case and is currently working with other law enforcement agencies to increase focus and resources onto this investigation. If you have any information no matter how small you think it might be... PLEASE contact First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-8477... You Will Remain Anonymous and Could Receive a Cash Reward of up to $5,000 in this case!
The 35-year-old, was driving a blue Cadillac Escalade on Haverford just after noon when he was shot, police said. Bullet holes were visible in the driver’s-side window when officers first pulled up to it. The Cadillac came to a stop in front of a house just off Dunn Avenue. Please call First Coast Crime Stoppers 866-845-8477 with any information that can help solve this Murder, you could be eligible for an reward of $3,000 for your tip. It`s 100% anonymous. Speak up for this family and our safety.
Police responded to 3200 Hunt Street, at 1:30 pm on Sunday May 29th, only to find Terry Eugene Thomas shot in an apparent drive by. Police need your help! Anyone with information about this crime is asked to contact the Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office at 630-0500 or to remain anonymous and receive a cash reward up to $3,000 PLEASE call First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-8477.
On Saturday, May 7th, 2016, A truck driver was found shot and killed on the side of Interstate 10 after an apparent road rage incident with another truck driver. Police said the second driver remains on the loose.
The victim from the homicide was identified Sunday as 44-year-old George Guerrero, from New Jersey.
The Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office said the shooting occurred just before 2 p.m. on I-10 eastbound west of Chaffee Road after the shooter`s vehicle started tailgating the victim`s tractor-trailer, which had moved to left lane to avoid construction. When the victim moved back into the right lane, an orange semi pulled alongside and appeared to bump the victim’s rig. The victim then veered off I-10 and drove into the woods. Police said the driver was shot as the second semi passed him.
The victim was found dead in the cab of his semi off the the side of highway.
Police describe the shooter as a black man with a beard driving an early 2000s/mid 2000s dull orange Century or Columbia Freightliner cab pulling a 53-foot white trailer. The big rig may have damage to the passenger side
The attached picture has been identified as a likeness of the tractor/cab being driven by the suspect at the time of the shooting. It is a stock photo of the make, model, & color (2000-2005 Freightliner Century flattop, sleeper & fairing) of the cab the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is looking for.
Anyone who has any information in regards to the identity of this suspect or the location of the pictured vehicle is asked to contact the Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office at 904-630-0500 or email them at JSOCrimeTips@jaxsheriff.org. To remain anonymous and receive a possible reward up to $3,000 contact Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-8477.
On Monday, May 2nd, At 7:46 pm, a Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office patrol officer was conducting a property check at the business located at 1005 Baldwin Tradeplex Circle. The business is Hard Rock Materials Company, a concrete company. While checking the property, the officer discovered a body located just off the roadway at the end of the cul-de-sac.
Homicide detectives were notified and after further inspection, it is obvious that foul play is suspected.
The deceased person was identified as Nikki Lynn Redden. Her death is being investigated as a homicide. Nikki leaves behind two children, a 3-year old and a 7-year old.
Anyone with any information in reference to this case is asked to contact the Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office at 904-630-0500 or email them at JSOCrimeTips@jaxsheriff.org. To remain anonymous and receive a
possible reward up to $3,000 contact First Coast Crime Stoppers at
1-866-845-8477
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Police are trying to find the shooter who killed a Jacksonville teenager during a fight at an Ortega Farms house party early Saturday morning on Liska Drive.
Jonah Golden, 19, was shot and killed and an 18-year-old man was injured.
Anyone with any information in reference to this shooting is asked to contact the Jacksonville Sheriff`s Office at 904-630-0500 or email them at JSOCrimeTips@jaxsheriff.org. PLEASE if you have ANY information no matter how small you think it might be, YOU WILL remain anonymous and receive a possible reward up to $3,000 contact First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-8477.
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