Curtis Booker Jr., a 19-year-old resident of Jacksonville, Florida, tragically lost his life on December 26, 2017. His body was discovered near the intersection of East Union and Ionia streets, close to the Old City Cemetery. According to reports, Booker was found lying in the street with a fatal gunshot wound to the head. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning, and a nearby resident reported hearing gunshots around 1:30 a.m.
before discovering Booker's body.
The investigation into Curtis Booker's death revealed that he was shot in the head, and his mother, Thelma Maya Huton, expressed her belief that the perpetrator was someone her son knew. She recounted her last conversation with Booker, where he had expressed his desire to take her out to eat the following day. This tragic turn of events left his family and friends in deep mourning, and a memorial was created in his honor, featuring candles, teddy bears, and balloons.
Despite the efforts of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office, no arrests have been made in connection with Curtis Booker's murder. The authorities have not released detailed information about potential suspects or motives, leaving the case unresolved. The lack of progress in the investigation has been a source of frustration and heartache for Booker's family, who continue to seek justice for their loved one. The community has been urged to come forward with any information that could assist in solving the case, but as of now, the identity of the gunman remains unknown.
