Richard Cody Likens, a 31-year-old resident of Jacksonville, Florida, tragically lost his life on March 31, 2018. He was found shot to death early that Saturday morning outside a home on Lakeland Street in the Rolling Hills neighborhood, near Interstate 10. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office reported that Likens was discovered lying next to a car around 6 a.m. and was subsequently taken to UF Health Jacksonville, where he succumbed to at least one gunshot wound.
His last known address was approximately five miles away on Picketville Road.
The investigation into Likens' death involved the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office canvassing the neighborhood for potential witnesses and checking for possible surveillance footage from nearby homes and businesses. Despite these efforts, the case remains unsolved, with no arrests or suspects publicly identified. The Sheriff's Office has urged anyone with information about the shooting to come forward, offering anonymity and potential rewards through Crime Stoppers.
The circumstances surrounding Likens' death have left a significant impact on the community, highlighting ongoing concerns about gun violence in the area. The lack of resolution in the case has been a source of frustration for both law enforcement and the victim's family, who continue to seek justice for Richard Likens. The investigation remains open, with authorities hopeful that new leads or information will eventually emerge to bring closure to this tragic incident.
