Andrew William Little, aged 55, tragically lost his life on March 9, 2016, in Jacksonville, Florida. Little was fatally shot by one of his employees, Ezequiel Soriano Lopez, at B&L Landscape Co., where Little served as a supervisor. The incident occurred between 6:30 and 7 a.m. on Spaner Road off Philips Highway and Southside Boulevard. Several coworkers witnessed the shooting, which was the culmination of ongoing tensions between Lopez and Little.
Lopez, who had been employed by the company for about six years, had previous run-ins with other employees, including Little.
Following the shooting, Lopez was quickly apprehended by police in a car near the business. He was charged with second-degree murder and subsequently convicted. On February 15, 2018, Lopez was sentenced to life in prison for the murder of Andrew William Little. The case drew significant attention due to the nature of the crime and the relationship between the victim and the perpetrator.
The investigation revealed that Lopez had a history of conflicts at the workplace, which may have contributed to the tragic event. The sentencing brought some closure to Little's family and colleagues, who had been deeply affected by the loss. The case highlighted the importance of addressing workplace conflicts and ensuring a safe environment for all employees.
