Trenton Hollis Thomas, a 19-year-old African American male, was tragically shot to death on December 2, 2018, in Jacksonville, Florida. The incident occurred in the 1500 block of West 36th Street, where Thomas and another victim, Levertis Walter Fowler, 21, were found dead. According to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, the deaths were classified as homicides. Officers responded to reports of shots fired just before 5:30 p.m.
and discovered Thomas dead on the sidewalk near a Moncrief Park apartment complex. Shortly after, Fowler was found dead at Clanzel T. Brown Park across the street, appearing to have been shot while fleeing the scene.
The investigation into the deaths of Trenton Hollis Thomas and Levertis Walter Fowler remains ongoing. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office has been actively searching for multiple suspects and witnesses who were present at the apartment complex during the shooting. The case is categorized under "pending classification" as authorities await final determinations from the medical examiner, toxicology reports, or decisions from the State Attorney’s Office. The police have urged anyone with information to come forward, offering anonymity and potential rewards through Crime Stoppers.
As of now, no arrests have been made in connection with the murders of Trenton Hollis Thomas and Levertis Walter Fowler. The community and law enforcement continue to seek justice for the victims, hoping that new leads or witness testimonies will help solve the case. The tragic loss of these young lives has left a profound impact on their families and the Jacksonville community, highlighting the ongoing issue of gun violence in the area.
