On March 14, 2023, Jestin Lane McMurphy, a 21-year-old man, died after being shot in Winter Garden, Florida. The incident occurred in the area of Klondike Street off 9th Street, where police responded to reports of shots being fired around 6:20 p.m..
Upon arrival, officers of the Winter Garden Police Department found Jestin McMurphy lying in the street with an apparent gunshot wound. He was immediately taken to a local hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
The shooting is believed to have resulted from a disturbance that occurred earlier in the day, although the specifics of the disturbance have not been detailed by the police. Investigators are working on several leads to identify the suspect(s) involved in the shooting.
Jestin McMurphy was born on December 27, 2001, in Orlando, Florida, to Jacob McMurphy Sr. and Amanda Wright. He had been living in the Florida Panhandle since October 2020, having moved from Northeast Georgia. Jestin was a Christian and was known for his love of music, his helpful nature, and his passion for fishing and swimming. He worked in the construction industry locally and was deeply loved by those who knew him.
As of the current date, the investigation into Jestin McMurphy's death is ongoing. The police are seeking any information that could assist in identifying the suspects and have asked the public to contact Crimeline at 800-423-TIPS or Detective Kevin Burger at 407-656-3636 with any relevant information.
