Marlin Goodluck, a 19-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on May 23, 2017, in Southwest Miami-Dade, Florida. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. while Marlin was walking with a friend along Southwest 205th Street and 122nd Avenue. According to police reports, Marlin was not the intended target of the shooting; his friend was believed to be the actual target.
The shooter, identified as 19-year-old Khevani Francois, confessed to the crime and was subsequently arrested and charged with second-degree murder.
Marlin Goodluck was a former quarterback at South Dade Senior High School, with aspirations of playing college football. His untimely death shocked the community and left his family and friends devastated. In the days following the incident, Marlin's family organized a vigil at the exact location where he was killed, to honor his memory and seek justice for his death.
The investigation revealed that Khevani Francois, also 19 years old, turned himself in to the authorities and admitted to the shooting. Francois is currently being held without bond on multiple charges, including second-degree murder. The motive behind the shooting remains unclear, and police have not released further details on what led to the tragic event.
Marlin Goodluck's death highlights the senseless violence that continues to plague communities and the profound impact it has on the lives of young individuals with promising futures. His family and the community continue to mourn his loss and seek answers and justice for the young life that was abruptly taken away.
