Rex Cameron "Stuffy" Honors, a 14-year-old African American male from Lakeland, Florida, tragically lost his life on July 3, 2018. Rex was a student at Southwest Middle School, known for his constant smile and love for food, which earned him the nickname "Stuffy." On the night of his death, Rex was staying at his father's residence on West Crawford Street, where his father ran a vehicle hauling business.
This was not his usual place of residence, but he was there because the family was hosting out-of-town relatives.
The Lakeland Police Department responded to a call from Rex's 21-year-old brother, T.J. Honors, at around 4:20 a.m. on July 3. T.J. had arrived at the house to find a broken table and the sliding glass door to the backyard open. Upon further inspection, he discovered Rex's body in a wooded area behind the residence. The police have not officially confirmed the manner of death, but family members reported that Rex was shot. The investigation into his death has been extensive and challenging, with the police identifying a person of interest but not yet having enough evidence to charge anyone.
The community was deeply affected by Rex's death, with classmates, teachers, and family members expressing their shock and grief. Rex was remembered as a good student, particularly in math, and a football enthusiast. His death has left a significant void in the lives of those who knew him. The Lakeland Police Department has urged anyone with information to come forward, emphasizing that even small pieces of information could be crucial to solving the case. Despite the identification of a person of interest, the investigation remains open, and the police continue to seek justice for Rex Honors.
