Damien Wiggins Jr., a 23-year-old resident of Saint Petersburg, Florida, tragically lost his life on October 22, 2019. The incident occurred late at night when Damien was found by his parents in his car, suffering from a gunshot wound. His parents, who lived just a few blocks away, had been searching for him after he failed to answer his phone. They discovered him in a vacant parking lot on Haines Road, where he had been shot.
Despite being rushed to the hospital, Damien succumbed to his injuries the following morning.
The investigation into Damien's death was immediately classified as a homicide by the St. Petersburg Police Department. Detectives worked tirelessly to gather evidence and identify potential suspects. The police canvassed the area, looking for any surveillance footage from nearby businesses that might have captured the shooting. They also appealed to the public for any information that could lead to the arrest of those responsible for Damien's death.
Damien's parents, Shawntate Thompson and Damien Wiggins Sr., were devastated by the loss of their son. They described him as a lovable and generous individual who would give the shirt off his back to help others. Despite facing some personal challenges and being on probation, Damien was making efforts to turn his life around with the support of his family. His parents were actively trying to involve him in their family businesses to keep him off the streets.
As of now, the case remains unsolved, with no arrests made or suspects publicly identified. The St. Petersburg Police continue to investigate, urging anyone with information to come forward. The community and Damien's family are still seeking justice for his untimely death, hoping that the perpetrator will be brought to justice and that they can find some semblance of closure.
