Jacksonville, Florida – A tragic incident unfolded in Jacksonville, Florida, with the discovery of a 17-year-old boy shot dead in front of Murray Hill Church on Tuesday night. The victim, identified as Blaise Conner by the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office and family members, was found with multiple gunshot wounds at the scene on Post Street.
Upon responding to reports of gunfire around 8:35 p.m., officers found Blaise Conner in critical condition before the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department pronounced him dead. The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear as investigations by the JSO’s Homicide Unit and Crime Scene detectives are ongoing.
Blaise Conner’s family is distraught over the senseless tragedy, with his uncle expressing the desire for justice and holding the perpetrators accountable for his nephew’s untimely death. His sister, Chloe Conner, shared her grief, stating how she can’t fathom the loss of her younger sibling and the cruel manner in which someone took his life.
Sara Mari Right, a friend of the victim’s mother, remembers Blaise as a good young man and a close friend to her son, describing them as ordinary teenagers. The community is shaken by the incident, with many expressing shock and disbelief over the sudden and violent death of the promising young man.
As the investigation unfolds, law enforcement authorities urge anyone with information about the shooting to come forward and assist in bringing justice for Blaise Conner. The family and friends of the victim are seeking closure and answers to the tragic event that has left them devastated and seeking solace in the face of their immense loss.