Unsolved Homicides
Patrick John Santiago
April 28, 2026
STATUS: OPENFlorida Highway Patrol
FATAL HIT AND RUN INVESTIGATIONOn February 24, 2019, a tragic hit-and-run crash claimed the life of Patrick Santiago, a 37-year-old man from North Fort Myers.
Patrick, of North Fort Myers, was walking along Beau Drive near Hancock Bridge Parkway in the early morning hours — around 1:40 AM — when an unknown vehicle struck him.
The driver fled the scene, leaving Patrick critically injured. He was transported to a local hospital, but died from his injuries the following day.
Despite ongoing investigation efforts, the suspect vehicle and driver have never been identified. This case remains unsolved.
There was a 2012-2016 Cadillac Escalade, white in color, that departed from the RaceTrac Gas Station around the time of the crash. At this time, the Cadillac driver is a potential withness; therefore, FHP troopers are searching to locate the Cadillac and interview the driver.
If you have any information—no matter how small—you are urged to contact Crime Stoppers. Tips can be provided anonymously, and you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $5,000.
Paul Baldwin & Jiatarios "JoJo" Brunson
April 21, 2026
SEEKING INFORMATION - HELP US SOLVE THIS CASE!
On April 21, 2013, Fort Myers Police Department responded to reports of gunfire at the Renaissance Preserve community late at night.
Paul Baldwin (20) and Jiatarios "JoJo" Brunson (17) were both found with gunshot wounds. They were taken to a hospital, but later died from their injuries.
Witnesses reported that a pickup truck pulled up and someone fired multiple shots from the vehicle.
If you have any information about this case, please contact Crime Stoppers. Tips are anonymous, and you could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $5,000.
Anthony Balkcom
April 01, 2026
On September 10, 2020, at approximately 9:20 PM, deputies with the Hendry County Sheriff's Office responded to multiple reports of gunfire at the Harlem Gardens Apartments in Clewiston.
Upon arrival, officers located 34-year-old Anthony Balkcom suffering from a gunshot wound to the back of his head. He was transported for medical treatment but later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that multiple suspects exited a vehicle and opened fire in the area, with evidence indicating numerous shots were fired. Detectives believe additional individuals may have knowledge of the shooters and the events leading up to the homicide.
Call SWFL Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS with info or submit a tip online.
CASH REWARD | 
100% ANONYMOUS
Aubrey Byron Carter
January 06, 2026
The Fort Myers Police Department is seeking information regarding the murder of Aubrey Byron Carter, date of birth 8/29/1960.
On January 27, 2024, at approximately 1:30 PM, Officers responded to a vacant field located at 1500 Markland Avenue, where Carter’s body was located.
Anyone with information regarding Carter’s death is urged to contact SWFL Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS (8477) | www.southwestfloridacrimestoppers.com. You will remain anonymous and could be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.
Eric Young & Samuel Jones, Jr
December 09, 2025
STATUS: OPENEric Young & Samuel Jones, Jr.
Lee County Sheriff's Office
Case Number: 17-570483
PARK ROAD SHOOTING
Young was 18 and Jones was 22 when they were killed at the Park Road home on December 15, 2017, in Lehigh Acres.
Both Jones and Young were shot through a window of a residence while playing video games in a back bedroom.
At least two persons outside fired multiple gunshots into the residence from two different firearms.
Anyone with information on the murders of Eric Jones and Sam Young are asked to call the SWFL Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS (8477), online at www.southwestfloridacrimestoppers.com or on the P3 Tips app. All callers will remain anonymous and will be eligible for a cash reward of up to $5,000.
Deonte Redding & Zachary Blue
July 01, 2025
STATUS: OPENHELP BRING JUSTICE TO TWO BROTHERS
On June 7, 2014, Deonte Redding (33) and his half-brother Zachary Blue (22) were shot and killed while sitting inside a vehicle on South Drive in Fort Myers around 3:00 a.m.
More than 12 years have passed, yet their family is still waiting for answers.
Someone knows what happened that night. Even the smallest piece of information could help Fort Myers Police Department detectives identify those responsible and bring justice to the victims and their loved ones.
Call SWFL Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS (8477) with any information you have about that night. You will remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward of up to $5,000.
Trenesa Roberts
December 10, 2024
STATUS: OPENTIPS NEEDED!
Today marks six years since a Lehigh Acres mother, 39-year-old Trenesa Roberts, was gunned down in front of her home. Anyone with information about this case, is asked to report it anonymously to SWFL Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS. Tips may also be made online at www.southwestfloridacrimestoppers.com or by submitting a tip on the P3 Tips mobile app.
REWARD UP TO $5,000!
(Case #: 18-573091)
Bryan dos Santos-Gomes
December 03, 2024
INFANT KIDNAPPING CASE STILL UNSOLVED
Bryan dos Santos-Gomes was abducted from the Estero area 17 years ago. Baby Bryan's disappearance remains unsolved and his kidnapper has never been identified. If you have any information about this case, please contact SWFL Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous and will be eligible for a cash reward of up to $5,000. Tips may also be made online at www.southwestfloridacrimestoppers.com or by submitting a tip on the P3Tips mobile app.
Andrew Faust, Jr.
October 15, 2024
STATUS: OPENSEEKING TIPS
Five-year-old Andrew Faust, Jr. died after bullets from a drive-by shooting rip through his Fort Myers home in 2014.
If you have information on this case, please contact SWFL Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS. All callers will remain anonymous and will be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000. Tips may also be made online at www.southwestfloridacrimestoppers.com or on the P3 Tips mobile app.
Nicholas Willis
September 24, 2024
FORT MYERS COLD CASE
Nicholas Willis was found murdered in September 2011 and his case is still unsolved, but we are hopeful that someone will come forward with information. Tips through Crime Stoppers are ANONYMOUS. Cash reward possible!
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