On June 28, 2024, Darious Beale, a 29-year-old resident of Orange Park, Florida, was shot and killed in the parking lot of the Laurel Grove apartments. The incident occurred around 11 p.m., according to the Clay County Sheriff’s Office.
Beale was outside when he was shot multiple times. Despite being taken to the hospital, he succumbed to his injuries. Investigators believe that Beale was targeted, and the incident is considered an isolated event.
The shooting has left
Beale’s three children without a father. His family has been vocal on social media, describing him as a devoted father to his children.
Neighbors reported hearing what sounded like four or five gunshot sounds, but initially mistook them for fireworks due to the presence of children playing in the area. The neighbor, who wished to remain anonymous, mentioned that the children continued to play and did not seem to be screaming for help.
As of the current date, there is no suspect information available. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office is seeking any information from the public that might aid in the investigation and has encouraged anyone with knowledge about the incident to come forward.
