Benamar "Benny" Vicente, a 20-year-old resident of West Palm Beach, Florida, tragically lost his life on January 8, 2015. Vicente was walking home from his job at TooJay’s Gourmet Deli’s commissary kitchen when he was shot on Georgia Avenue near Hollywood Place at approximately 9:05 p.m. He was found by neighbors lying in the street with a single gunshot wound. Despite being rushed to the hospital, Vicente succumbed to his injuries the following day.
His death marked the first homicide in Palm Beach County for the year 2015.
The case of Benamar Vicente's murder has remained unsolved for years, causing immense grief and frustration for his family. The West Palm Beach Police Department and Crime Stoppers of Palm Beach County have been actively seeking information that could lead to an arrest. A reward of up to $3,000 has been offered for any tips that might help solve the case. Despite these efforts, the investigation has faced significant challenges due to a lack of evidence and witnesses willing to come forward. The police have described the incident as a random act of violence, further complicating the search for the perpetrator.
Vicente's family has been deeply affected by his untimely death. His mother, Silvia Ortiz, and his siblings have struggled with the loss, particularly during significant family events and holidays. The family has set up a memorial in their home, hoping for justice and closure. They continue to appeal to the public for any information that could help identify the killer. The case remains open, and the police are still hopeful that new leads will emerge, allowing them to bring the responsible party to justice and provide some measure of peace to Vicente's grieving family.
