Julio Jacinto, a 25-year-old Hispanic male, was tragically found shot to death inside his car on January 13, 2020, in Pensacola, Florida. His body was discovered around 7 p.m. on Pipeline Road, between Michigan Avenue and Boswell Road. The circumstances surrounding his death have left his family and friends in deep sorrow and seeking justice. Julio was described by those who knew him as a hardworking individual who always had a smile on his face and stayed out of trouble.
He had just left work near Mobile Highway and Michigan Avenue before the incident occurred.
The investigation into Julio Jacinto's death has been ongoing, with the Escambia County Sheriff's Office actively seeking information from the public. Witnesses reported seeing a dark-colored, four-door, newer model truck speeding away from the scene. Despite these leads, no arrests have been made in connection to his murder. The Sheriff's Office has released surveillance footage of a black truck seen traveling at a high rate of speed down Boswell Road on the night of the shooting, urging the public to share any information that could help identify the vehicle or its occupants.
Julio's family, particularly his mother, Virginia Rogel, has been vocal in their plea for justice. They visit his gravesite at the Pensacola Memorial Gardens frequently, holding onto the hope that those responsible for his death will be brought to justice. Virginia, through her niece who acts as her translator, has expressed her anguish and the immense pain the family is enduring. She has also conveyed a message of forgiveness to the perpetrator, hoping that they will come forward and prevent others from experiencing similar pain.
The case remains open, and the community continues to rally around Julio's family, offering support and sharing information in hopes of finding the person or persons responsible for his untimely death. The Escambia County Sheriff's Office encourages anyone with information to contact them, emphasizing the importance of community involvement in solving this tragic case.
