James Wallace Cason Jr., aged 33, tragically passed away on April 12, 2015, in Saint Petersburg, Florida. His death was the result of a fatal shooting that occurred outside the Stinger Bar located at 2229 49th St. S. The incident took place around 2 a.m. following a verbal dispute between Cason and another individual, Juan Javier Oquendo. The altercation escalated when Oquendo allegedly pulled out a gun and shot Cason, leading to his untimely death.
In the aftermath of the shooting, the
St. Petersburg Police Department launched an investigation and quickly identified Oquendo as the primary suspect. An arrest warrant was issued for Oquendo on charges of first-degree murder. The authorities described Oquendo as a Hispanic male, approximately 5 feet 10 inches tall, weighing around 190 pounds, with distinctive tattoos, including a human male face on his right arm and various gang-related tattoos on his arms and back. The U.S. Marshals Service offered a $2,500 reward for information leading to Oquendo's arrest, urging the public to assist in locating him.
The case garnered significant attention in the local community, with law enforcement agencies working diligently to apprehend the suspect. The investigation into Cason's death highlighted the challenges faced by the authorities in addressing violent crimes and ensuring justice for the victims and their families. The tragic loss of James Wallace Cason Jr. left a profound impact on his loved ones and the community, as they mourned the loss of a young life cut short by senseless violence.
