On August 16, 2013, Alford Carl Tillmon II, a 36-year-old man, was killed in a shooting incident on Jacksonville's Northside. The shooting also left a 23-year-old woman in critical condition. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office responded to reports of gunfire and found two victims at the scene. While Tillmon succumbed to his injuries, the female victim was transported to UF Health Jacksonville, where she was treated for life-threatening wounds.
The incident occurred during the night, but details about potential suspects or the circumstances leading to the shooting remain unclear.
Tillmon's case has since remained unsolved, becoming part of the numerous unsolved homicide cases in Jacksonville. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office and advocacy groups such as Project Cold Case have been working to seek justice for victims like Tillmon by encouraging community involvement and the sharing of any information that might assist in solving these cases. The challenges in solving cold cases such as this one often lie in the absence of credible witnesses or forensic evidence, which significantly hinders investigative progress.
The Jacksonville community has been urged to assist with any leads that could help identify the perpetrators responsible for Tillmon’s death. Crime Stoppers and other local initiatives have also provided avenues for people to anonymously share any knowledge about unsolved cases, offering rewards as incentives to encourage participation. Despite these efforts, Tillmon's family, like many others in Jacksonville, is still waiting for answers and closure.
