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By Jay Howell
For many years Florida has had a statute on the books that allows the trial court judge to clear the courtroom in
a sexual offense upon the request of the victim. This statute applies regardless of the victim’s age or mental capacity. It applies to civil and criminal trials. The parties to the case – the plaintiff and the defendant in a civil case or the state attorney and the defendant in a criminal case – of course are allowed to remain. So are the immediate families or guardians of the parties, their attorneys and their support staff, officers of the court, jurors, newspaper reporters or broadcasters, court reporters, and a victim advocate if requested by the victim, allowed to remain in the courtroom.
The purpose of the law is to make
it more comfortable for the victims of sexual crimes to testify in court. Even the United States Supreme Court has said that, outside the homicide, rape is the most significant criminal intrusion upon the victim. The presence of a large number of strangers can inhibit the ability of the victim to give a full statement about the crime. It is often surprising for courtroom visitors to learn how important the atmosphere in the courtroom is to a witness testifying on a sensitive matter.
Recently, the Supreme Court of Florida was called upon to make final decisions regarding the validity of this statute. In the case before the Supreme Court, the defendant was convicted by a jury of two counts of lewd and lascivious acts on a minor. His first trial was in 1998, and at that trial the judge partially closed the courtroom during the testimony of the victim. A Florida appellate court reversed his conviction after
determining that the victim was not under the age of 16.
In the meantime, the Florida legislature amended the closed courtroom statute to say that this law applied regardless of the age of the victim. In 2006, at the defendant’s second trial, he was again convicted of two counts of lewd and lascivious acts on a minor. The defendant’s conviction at the second trial found its way on appeal to the Florida Supreme Court. The defendant contended that the “closed courtroom” statute violated his right to a public trial under the sixth amendment to the United States constitution.
The Florida Supreme Court, noting that the courtroom was not automatically closed, but only upon the request of the victim, determined that this provision was important in finding that the statute was constitutional. Because of the number of people, including the members
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Drive-by shooting takes a life and a leg
By Shirley Shaw
When Andre Nero walked the short distance from his grandmother’s home to visit his godfather last June, he had no idea it would be the last time he walked on his own two feet. Julius Parrish was watering the lawn and Andre helped him for a while, played with the dog and just enjoyed the warm evening with one of the people he loved most in all the world.
Leaning against the recycling bin in the U-shaped driveway, Andre didn’t pay much attention when four or five cars suddenly came speeding down the quiet street. For some reason one of them stopped in front of the house, then Andre saw his godfather fall to the ground, clutching his stomach. He doesn’t remember hearing anything, but the next thing he knew, he too was lying face down on the ground.
His brother-in-law Shawn Weaver came running from the house to see what was happening after hearing a “pow” sound outside. Shawn quickly checked on Mr. Parrish, but could find no pulse so he yelled for someone to call 911 and ran to Andre. He couldn’t tell
immediately where the 17-year-old was shot, but Andre was bleeding out from a gunshot wound that had damaged
the femoral artery. Rescue units arrived within minutes and paramedics began working
feverishly to save the young man’s life. His mother, Frederica Borden, who
arrived just before they loaded her son into the ambulance, watched as rescuers cut off his clothes, placed an oxygen mask on his face and quickly sped off to the trauma center. By the time Frederica and Andre Nero, Sr. arrived at the hospital, doctors reported they hadn’t been able to save
Mr. Parrish, and that if Andre hadn’t got to them when he did, he would not
have survived the massive blood loss.In a desperate effort to save his leg,
surgeons transplanted a vein from his other leg but the damage to veins and tissue was too
great, and circulation could not be restored. His mother said the leg “swelled up like a giant’s leg; it was so heavy he couldn’t even lift it.” After three surgeries Andre’s parents were told the doctors had done all they
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MerryChristmas
By Mayor Alvin Brown
The holiday season is a time of giving and reflection – one of the best chances we have to pause and recognize those who have made a positive
impact on our lives. I am grateful to the countless relatives, friends, mentors and citizens who believed in me and pushed me to work hard. Without their support, I would not be where I am today.
I give great love and credit to my mother and grandmother, who both instilled in me a sense of faith and hard work. They raised five kids and worked two jobs to support our family. I am blessed to have been raised by these two strong women with PhD’s in common sense. They taught me that if I worked hard and played by the rules, nothing was impossible.
This lesson is a baseline that should be in the back of every thought. The way we raise our young people is the way we raise a society. Too often, we see families torn apart by drugs or violence. It’s tragic and it’s why I have worked closely with Jacksonville’s faith-based and non-profit organizations in an effort to build bridges of understanding and opportunity to ensure we are covering all the gaps so that every child and every family has a chance.
It’s up to all of us – every parent, every teacher, every business leader. We are all in this together. Our actions speak loudly and they help to shape the world around us.
I reflect on the generosity of my pastor, Rev. H. T. Rhim, and thank him for his support over the years. In my earlier days, Rev. Rhim helped me stay in college by co-signing a loan so that I could better afford tuition. Today, I am living the American dream because of his investment.
I often think of Dr. Frances Kinne, former president of Jacksonville University. Dr. Kinne has always believed in young people, and she believed in me. She also invested in me, guiding me toward scholarships I needed to make up for what my loans couldn’t cover. It was
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Again this year at the annual event to honor the legacy of our friend and one of my mentors, Ted Hires, I was filled with gratitude to see hundreds of friends who joined us to recognize outstanding citizens in Northeast Florida. I love to hear the stories of those extraordinary individuals nominated by the sheriffs of Duval and surrounding counties and am grateful for caring people who give their time and resources to uplift those in need or to protect all of us.
How can I adequately thank all of you who worked countless hours to prepare for the Awards dinner and participate in the evening’s program? To Greg Gaines – many thanks for another wonderful job emceeing the event and keeping us all on track. Thanks to FDLE SAC Dominick Pape, Ken Jefferson, Nelson Cuba, bagpiper Jack Webb, Scotty McGee and Father Peter Church for speaking, playing or praying; to all those who presented awards to the recipients; to the JSO Honor Guard and the Potter’s House Children’s Choir; to the photographers who donated their time and the FOP cooks who prepared
the delicious meal.You all know the story of Julia
Herbert’s murder in April 2011 that left four orphaned girls and how the oldest, Jesse James, adopted her younger siblings. My goal has been to raise enough money to pay off the mortgage on their house so they would never have to worry about a place to live. I was excited to announce at the Champions for Justice awards dinner that the goal has been accomplished.
Thanks to many contributors in the community, the account set up in Jesse’s name had grown to $37,000, and we were seeking a way to pay the total mortgage amount of $68,000. When Michael and Jann Ryles learned about Jesse and her determination to provide a home for her sisters, they assumed the challenge of ensuring the orphaned girls would always have a home.
The Ryles’ efforts paid off when they successfully negotiated with the mortgage company to write off the balance. At the dinner I planned to present to Jesse a large, framed picture of her newly adopted sisters/children with Judge Willensky, but Jesse and one of the girls were sick, and they couldn’t attend. So Clay County Sheriff Rick Beseler, with whom we have been working all along on this matter, took the picture to give Jesse. We also presented a smaller picture to the Judge.
I then told the audience about the write-off, and we plan to have a mortgage- burning ceremony as soon as it can be arranged. You are all invited to attend. Watch for a press release announcing the date and time, or check our website and Facebook. This was an extraordinary case, where four young girls would have been separated, three of them placed with relatives or in foster care – but an 18-year-old girl
determined at the time of her mother’s death to keep her sisters together and provide a home for them. I, for one, am grateful for the opportunity to help this remarkable young woman accomplish this amazing feat.
Thank you once again, one and all, for faithfully supporting the Justice Coalition and making the CFJ Awards Dinner a great success. I pray all of you will have a blessed Christmas this year.
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To Protect and ServeOur monthly recognition for the best of the best
Officer Jeff Chestnut, who works in the inmate housing area at Montgomery Correctional Center, is one of 59 dual-certified officers in the DOC. These are highly skilled individuals, trained as both corrections officers and police officers, who can add on charges to inmates so a police officer isn’t taken off the street to do that at the jail.
In May, Chestnut received a tip that inmates in one of the dorms were hiding a homemade tattoo gun. He notified
his supervisor and assisted in a search of the housing area and the inmates involved, and one homemade tattoo gun and a small butane cigarette lighter were recovered. With the removal of these two items of contraband, Chestnut prevented the possibility of injury to staff members, as well as the spread of diseases to inmates.
Chestnut also volunteered to supervise a group of inmates for Community Projects in order to clean up our city and remove hobo camps. In February he received a letter of appreciation from Rev. Mark Waters of St. Johns Catholic Church for the outstanding work his inmate crew completed near and around the church.
Corrections Officer of the Month
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Corrections Sgt. Christopher Kelsey, midnight shift supervisor in the Intake Area and on the 6th floor of the Pre-Trial Detention Facility, is recognized for his role supervising two of the highest liability and most demanding areas in the PTDF, dealing with some of its most violent and uncontrollable inmates. He is known for being constantly involved in the duties conducted by his personnel, yet without being a micromanager. He is always the first to volunteer for special projects and duties,
regardless of the task. Recently, Kelsey created a small team, consisting of three officers and himself, to perform
a deep cleaning of the jail’s administrative, disciplinary and mental health confinement dorms, ensuring that this difficult area was picture perfect for inspection.
Kelsey also consistently volunteers to assist with training. An example of this took place in April following a medical emergency incident. His supervisor mentioned that the staff could benefit from remedial training in the proper use of emergency stretchers. Immediately, Kelsey put together and implemented a plan to train personnel on that shift.
Corrections Lt. Gaston Carlton said, “As a leader, Sgt. Kelsey exemplifies what JSO needs and expects in its supervisors. His presence means that his area is one less cause of concern for his supervisor. When you join that to the fact that his area should be the one with the biggest need of concern, you begin to understand just how valuable an asset he is.”
Corrections Supervisor of the Month
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Correctional Services Counselor Julio Garcia works in the Pre-Trial Services Unit at the jail. This unit supervises eligible defendants during their pretrial status, screening certain defendants prior to their first appearance to determine potential eligibility for reduced bonds or release on their own recognizance. Ultimately, it is the Judge’s decision to place defendants into the program.
Julio is recognized for his work as the liaison between a defendant’s law firm and the courts to find a viable solution for a specific arrestee. The defendant was arrested on DUI charges in May and ordered by the courts to wear an ankle bracelet known as a Secure Continuous Remote Alcohol Monitor or a SCRAM. However, due to a medical condition, the defendant was unable to wear the device ordered by the courts. At that time the Judge informed the attorney to negotiate adequate supervision for the defendant with Garcia.
JSO Corrections officials communicated to the attorney that the Ignition Interlock Device would be the supervision of choice for the defendant and would detect alcohol consumption if she tried to drive under the influence. Following the selection of the device, Garcia handled all the correspondence with the attorney, proofed the attorney’s motion to the courts and made some corrections on the motion.
Corrections Sgt. George Pratt said, “Counselor Garcia has been an inspiration to this unit since the day he started. He respects people; therefore, he is respected by his peers. His work contributions to the unit have had an impact on the quality of service that is rendered to defendants” and our community. He has implemented and revised various forms that have improved JSO’s communication with Hispanic defendants.
Civilian Employee of the Month
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Corrections Sgt. Doris Rodgers, supervisor of the Programs Unit at the Pre-Trial Detention Facility, is recognized for her work within the Department of Corrections and for assisting a Nassau County Judge in June of this year. As the Programs Unit supervisor, she oversees approximately 20 inmate programs that include classes on: Life Skills, High School Completion, Anger Management, Parenting, Substance Abuse, and so on. She
also handles all tours of the jail. This is an important public relations function that allows community leaders and members of the public to observe a correctional setting and see what employees are faced with on a daily basis.
In June of this year while Sgt. Rodgers was acting supervisor for the Judicial Processing Unit at the jail, she assisted Nassau County Judge Robert Foster with a criminal case involving an inmate housed in the PTDF. Days later Rodgers’ supervisor, Lt. Clarence James, received a handwritten note from Judge Foster that stated, “…I talked with Sgt. Doris Rodgers, who was able to resolve the matter quickly. She was not just helpful but pleasant and willing to work with our jail. Her assistance is greatly appreciated.”
Sheriff Rutherford said, “Doris, thank you for your hard work, professionalism and for being willing to help other agencies. Congratulations on earning this award.”
Corrections Supervisor of the Month
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Zone 1 Sgt. Rustico Bonifacio, who works in downtown Jacksonville, is recognized for being an instrumental part in the success of the Fourth of July celebration at The Jacksonville Landing this year. He made sure every aspect of the pre-event planning was handled, that the event was properly staffed and that pre-event meetings were productive and met planning goals.
He also met with the management team at The Landing regarding event logistics, persuading them to use limited access gating with age restrictions to exclude unattended juveniles from the festivities. He worked with JSO’s Public Information Unit to disseminate the new restrictions to the public and also used JSO’s outdoor message boards to inform the public of the limited access. These actions greatly reduced the frequency of un-chaperoned, underage youths from being dropped off at the festivities by adults.
Additionally, Bonifacio coordinated with outside resources to set up a command post off site. He met with JSO’s Dock Master regarding public access to the docks on the Riverwalk during the festivities and handled the traffic patterns, as well as supervising fixed security posts. He secured two golf carts to transport water to all 115 officers working the event. With high temperatures it was vital they stay hydrated for their own safety.
The Fourth of July festivities at the Jacksonville Landing were a success and there were no reported injuries, no reported crimes within The Landing and only one arrest was made. Lt. Christian Smith said, “Sergeant Bonifacio is constantly tasked with special events and high priority tasks and always strives to do the best job possible… He is a valued member of the JSO and his actions support the Sheriff’s Office core values of Worthy of Trust, Community Focused, and Respect for Each Other.”
Police Supervisor of the Month
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Sgt. John Nobles is recognized for off-duty work in March that led to the arrest of five armed burglary suspects. He was en route to assist as part of the Honor Guard at the funeral of a retired police officer when he heard the broadcast of a call regarding a residential burglary in progress near Oaklawn Road. Before the two suspects fled the scene, they threatened the victim’s neighbor with a firearm.
The Dispatcher broadcast the description of the suspect vehicle and the direction it was headed, and Nobles realized there was a chance the suspects could pass him if they continued in that direction. He decided to pull over on the side of New Kings Road and stake out the area, and shortly thereafter the suspect vehicle exited I-295. When the suspects noticed Nobles in his marked car, they sped away. He coordinated a pursuit which ended a few minutes when the driver crashed the car and the suspects fled the scene on foot.
Although Nobles was dressed in his formal Honor Guard uniform, he chased after the suspects, apprehending one of them and coordinated with responding officers to establish a perimeter. Officers located and took into custody a second suspect without further incident. Inside the suspect vehicle, which was stolen, officers located two firearms along with additional rounds of ammunition. These suspects were linked to multiple burglaries and other violent crimes, including an armed burglary which had just occurred 40 minutes prior to this incident.
During the investigation a second car identified as being involved was located a few hours later. The three occupants of the vehicle, two of whom had prior felony convictions, were arrested and three firearms were found, one previously stolen during a burglary.
Lt. Shawn McCormick said, “This case is just one example of the quality work, commitment and diligence Sergeant Nobles demonstrates on a daily basis. While he is currently assigned in Zone 5, he has assisted Zone 6 on multiple occasions and each time has been instrumental in other arrests. He is definitely an asset to both the Department and community and his initiative in this case alone was responsible for removing five armed and dangerous criminals from the community.”
Police Officer of the Month
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Mrs. Patricia Shaffer is recognized for her invaluable support of our Honor Guard. When Police or Corrections Officers die in the line of duty or after retirement, they are honored during their funeral with a 21-Gun Salute. For the past four years Mrs. Shaffer has provided hand-sewn bags to hold shotgun shell casings from the fired guns. The shells are placed into these handmade bags and presented to the family, along with the folded American Flag. These
bags are made of cloth and display the JSO Badge and Honor Guard insignia. Pat makes every single one of these bags by hand on her own time and at her own
expense because she believes that our officers and families deserve to have the shells preserved and kept with the flag as a symbol of honor.
Sheriff Rutherford said, “Pat, thank you for helping our Officers’ families preserve their memory. Congratulations on earning the Volunteer of the Month award.”
Volunteer of the Month
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The Justice Coalition began in 1995 because one man’s priorities were changed. Ted Hires was the average businessman working 60 to 80 hours a week and looking out for himself until that day when he and his staff were held at gunpoint and robbed. Being a victim of crime, Ted found the criminal justice system worked harder for the criminal than the victim. As a result of Ted’s experience, he formed a (501C3) non-profit organization, the Justice Coalition, and is making an effort to change the Fourth Judicial court system for the better. Since 1995, the Justice Coalition has been fighting crime every step of the way. Fugitives captured are through a partnership with local media and law enforcement agencies.
The JusTice coaliTion’s obJecTives• To be available for innocent victims of violent crime • To educate the general public on criminal justice issues • To be pro-active in the fight against crime
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could; the leg would have to be amputated.
When Andre woke up in ICU three days after the shooting, he screamed and tried to ask his mother what happened to his leg. She knew what he was trying to say but she wanted the doctors to tell him, because he was on life support and she didn’t know what his reaction would be. When the doctor explained about his above-the-knee amputation and that it was necessary in order to save his life, Andre understood.
Within two months from the time he was shot, Andre had healed sufficiently to be fitted with a prosthetic leg. He walks well, but the leg still hurts, especially after he has stood on it a long time. A senior in high school, he needs 21/2 more credits to graduate with his class next year and will complete his final year as a homebound student. A teacher comes twice a week to help him with assigned homework and online classes. Planning for his future, he is thinking about becoming a mortician and running his own business, or being a journalist, or maybe even become a surgeon.
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Although he is doing well with his prosthesis, Andre has many ups and downs. He says,
“I miss my leg, and I’m having to learn to walk all over again. Sometimes I forget [about the leg being gone] and try to stand. I feel like a baby having to learn to crawl before I can walk. Some days I feel like crawling. My leg hurts, especially on rainy days or when the weather changes.”
He tries not to show that some days he feels “down,” but during those times he recalls a very special visitor in the rehab facility: former Jaguars offensive tackle Richard Collier. Knowing that Andre would have difficult times as he adjusted to his disability, Ann Dugger asked Richard if he could make time to visit the young man. Having lost one of his own legs following a shooting a few years ago, Richard knew exactly how Andre would feel and what he was going through. He visited with Andre, who was amazed that a professional football player would take the time to sit down, share his own experience and encourage him to persevere and make the most of his future.
Collier says, “It was uplifting to me to see his good, strong spirit. Life doesn’t stop because a tragedy occurs to us, but it provides us an opportunity to do something great, to move forward and inspire others. We never want to be a victim and should always speak out about violence and its consequences.”
He says he expects big things from this young man.
Andre had seen the Victims’ Advocate in stores and looked through a copy now and then, but didn’t really pay attention until JSO referred him and his family to the Justice Coalition. When the family came to the office and completed the victim information sheet, Frederica noted on the form that Andre needed a computer and printer so he could do his homework, as well as handrails to assist him on the stairs leading down to his room.
Ann determined to help Andre with his immediate physical needs. She had recently met Scotty McGee, another former Jaguars player who left the team in 2011 following a serious shoulder injury, and who also has experienced the trauma of losing family members to violent crime. When Ann told him about Andre’s need for a computer, Scotty and his wife decided to fulfill this need.
On November 1, the Justice Coalition held its 4th Annual Awards Dinner honoring the legacy of Ted Hires who started the organization 17 years ago. Before award recipients were called to the stage, Ann asked if Andre could join her at the podium. Puzzled by the request and with his father by his side, the young man confidently climbed
the stairs and was surprised to receive an awesome gift.
Ann explained Andre’s traumatic experience to the interested audience and told about his old computer that didn’t always work. Then she called Scotty and Danya McGee to the stage. Andre was overwhelmed when the couple presented him with a brand new laptop computer that would enable him to complete his homework and keep up with his studies.
With that problem solved, Ann turned to the need for handrails. While hopping down the short stairway to his room, Andre fell several times. Thankfully, he didn’t hurt his still-healing leg, but the need was urgent to get the handrails installed. Mr. Lockwood Holmes of Poole Management, who always responds to the JC’s requests
for help, diverted one of his workmen from an assigned job to go build the handrails. Mission accomplished. Andre now has nice wooden rails attached to his stairway.
Parrish murder remains unsolved
While Andre continues to heal and go on with his life, police are searching for the individual(s) who shot and killed his beloved godfather. Julius Parrish was 48, married to Deborah and the father of an adult son and daughter. Andre said he was a “good man” whom he loved very much, and he misses him every day. If you know anything about this case or those responsible for this murder, please call JSO Homicide at 630-2172. You can also call CrimeStoppers at 866-845-TIPS and may be eligible for a cash reward.
very humbling to see her in the audience as I gave Jacksonville University’s commencement address and received an honorary doctorate degree.
My point is that there are many people in our lives who have helped us overcome challenges that we could not have beaten alone. These
friends, relatives or even strangers have demonstrated through their own actions that helping others is a noble thing. These are lessons that I hope to pass on to my two boys.
Every holiday season, it’s important to reflect on what we have – family, career, health
and the opportunity to explore this world and generate a real, meaningful impact. We also cannot forget that with great opportunity comes increased responsibility. Every good deed should serve as a reminder that there is still so much work to be done. There are many people who are out
there hurting. Our prayers and our volunteer efforts matter. They give a sense of hope to the hopeless and they give a voice to the voiceless. They provide shelter, nourishment and confidence that every day we have control and can chart the course of our city for generations to come.
As we celebrate this holiday season, we must continue to celebrate the people who have given us so much over the years. And when we have the opportunity, we must become one of those people for someone else. Empowerment transforms lives; it is truly the gift that keeps giving.
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Scotty McGee presented a laptop computer to Andre at the CFJ Awards Dinner.
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GUIDeHomicide Support/AdvocacyCompassionateFamilies 354-0007,721-3326VictimServicesCenter•630-6300Jax.Sheriff’sOfficeVictimAdvocate 630-1764FamiliesofSlainChildren 3108NorthMyrtleAve.Jacksonville,FL32209•683-4986
Abuse (Domestic)24HourHotline 1-800-500-1119HubbardHouseEmergency Shelter&Counselling 354-3114QuigleyHouse(ClayCounty) 1-800-339-5017
Compensation (victim) VictimServices•630-6300MADDVictimServices•388-0664
Consumer FraudStateAttorney’sOffice•351-0900
DetoxificationGatewayCommunityServices 387-4661
Family FamilyNurturingCenterofFlorida 389-4244SAV-A-CHILD,Inc. P.O.Box15197 Jacksonville,FL32239-1937 762-1937
Family Support Services ofNorth Florida4057CarmichaelAvenue Jacksonville,FL32207 904/421-5800 www.fss.jax.org (Providefostercare,adoptionand prevention)
Guardian Ad Litem Program220EastBayStreet,6thFloor Jacksonville,FL32202 904/630-1200
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Mental Health Center of Jacksonville3333W.20thSt. Jacksonville,FL32254 904/695-9145
Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)•388-2455
Parenting HelpAplacewhereparentsandkidslearnhowtosurvive. www.ihelpparents.com
RapeSexualAssaultResponseCenter(SARC) 358-RAPE(358-7273) Office:630-6330RapeCrisisHotline:904/721-7273
State Attorney’s Office630-2400
Trauma CounselingWomen’sCenterofJacksonville 722-3000RapeCrisisHotline:904/721-7273CityVictimServices 630-6300
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MISSINGAndrew GreenBlack Male, DOB 7/5/62(50 years old)5’ 4”, 120 lbs.
He was last seen walking from 11520 Sarasota Lane on 10-27-12. He has some dementia symptoms and diabetes. Please contact JSO with any tips at 630-0500.
december 2012 The JusTice coaliTion’s VicTims’ adVocaTe • 7
…to all the volunteers who work throughout the year, assisting in many different ways to help the Justice Coalition fulfill its mission – serving innocent victims of violent crime. As a small non-profit organization struggling to stay afloat during these challenging economic times, we could never accomplish everything that needs doing day in and day out without your help .
Looking back on our most recent event – the Champions for Justice Awards dinner at the Morocco Shrine Center – we are so grateful to all those who helped. If you saw a young woman rushing from one end of the venue to the other, from way before the event began until long after it ended, that would probably have been Kelly White, who works for The McCormick Agency.
Kelly is one of those individuals who sees a job to do and gets it done. She is one of many who serve on the Host Committee, providing valuable insight and suggestions and working to make the process
run smoothly. So much goes into planning and getting everything ready for a major event like the Champions for Justice. From Nelson Cuba, Chairman of the Committee this year, to all the others who took many hours from their busy schedules to serve on the Committee, solicit sponsors, and perform any number of necessary tasks – we thank you all.
Judy Nicewonger spent countless hours helping set up attendance spreadsheets and table charts, and when she had to leave for a pre-planned family get together, ladies from First Atlantic Bank took over in the homestretch to update numerous last-minute additions/changes. This is a VERY stressful task, but Karen Farah and Dawn Jones handled the task beautifully with patience and efficiency, and they manned (along with
Candy Brown and Bonnie Peterson) the registration table to ensure attendees found their designated tables.
Warmly greeting guests as they arrived, Lynn Polley (of Merrill Lynch) also helped direct the crowd, and a group of Explorers from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office helped again this year to seat guests in the large dining facility. Nassau County Sheriff’s Office Explorers served the hundreds of hungry diners as they came through the line for chicken marsala and pork tenderloin. Speaking of which, the Fraternal Order of Police provided the food, prepared by their outstanding cooks who absolutely outdid themselves this year. Everything was delicious, from the succulent chicken and tender pork, to the side dishes and banana pudding finale.
And you can’t have an event such as this without someone to capture in pictures all those who graciously attended the dinner, received awards, and participated in the program. Mike Latimer (Michael Dean
Photography), Mark Singer (Allied Veterans) and Lewis Webber (Lewis Andrew Webber Photography) donated their time and expertise to photograph the occasion. (See pages 8-9). Sight & Sound Productions videotaped the program and provided the audio-visual presentations. Mauricio Belgrano and his Name Sake Pictures team produced yet another outstanding video featuring several victims who told their respective stories.
Last but not least, a big Hats Off to JC Admin Lisa Root. We don’t have room to detail the multiple tasks she efficiently carried out in coordinating activities prior to and including
the event. She accomplished this while nervously awaiting the birth of her first grandchild in Norfolk, Va. He was born the day before the Dinner, but she graciously waited until the day after to drive up to see him. Thanks, Lisa, for a job well done - and also to JC Board members Larry Ward, who spent the day doing whatever was needed at the venue, and Lou Webber, who helped facilitate the stage presentations.
So our hats are off to these – and so many more – who cheerfully donated their time and expertise to make the 4th Annual Champions for Justice Awards dinner such a great success.
courtroom...Continued from page 1of the press, were explicitly allowed to remain in the courtroom and the fact that the partial closure is in affect only during the victim’s testimony, the Florida Supreme Court ruled that the statute was constitutional.
The Florida Supreme Court concluded that the defendant was not denied his right to a
public trial and affirmed the defendant’s convictions. This is an important ruling because the Florida Supreme Court is, in almost all cases, the final word of authority on the validity of a statute. Prosecutors will need to be careful to ensure that the factors described above will be in place if the courtroom is to be closed.
The case is identified as
Kovaleski v. The State and was decided by the Supreme Court on October 25, 2012.
Jay Howell, a Jacksonville attorney, has been a State
Prosecutor, a US Senate Investigator and the founder of
the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. He repre-
sents crime victims in civil claims for damages and advocates for
the legal rights of all victims.
www.elkinsconstructors.com
is proudly sponsored by:
Anne Johnson
We were especially pleased to have Carl and Clifford Clemons (along with their friend Gregory Milligan, center) volunteer at the CFJ. Their grandfather was Clyde “Pa” Mills, our long-time volunteer who passed away in 2011.
Silvia AlmondVolunteers Karen Farah, Candy Brown, Dawn Jones and Bonnie Peterson.
The Justice Coalition Victims' Advocate was one of several recipients of awards presented by Florida’s Children First, Inc., at the University Club on Nov. 15. This non-profit organization, celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, is dedicated to advancing the rights of at-risk children and youth, seeking full representation and sustainable improvement in Florida’s child-serving systems. The vision of this child advocacy organization is that Florida puts its children first when making policy decisions, that all agencies/programs affecting children work together to maximize resources, and that effective implementation of public policy will lead to healthy children and families.
Victims’ advocate newspaperMedia advocate of the Year
florida’s children first award
Kelly White Lynn Polley
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2012 Champions for Justice Awards Dinner4th annual ted Hires legacy awards Presentations
Presenting SponsorFraternal Order of Police
Gold SponsorsAVMG, Inc.
Firehouse Subs
Silver SponsorsCSX
Harrell & Harrell, PAMac Papers
Tools for a Time, Inc.
Bronze SponsorsDr. and Mrs. Paul Shirley
Morocco Shrine Center
Table SponsorsA. J. Johns, Inc.
Bailey Publishing & Communications, Inc.Cain & Bultman, Inc.
Cecil W. Powell Insurance Co.Clay County Port, Inc.
Clear Channel OutdoorContemporary Business
Services, Inc. Daigle Creative
Demetree BrothersEisman & Russo
First Atlantic BankFrederick Funk Enterprises,
Inc.Jacksonville Association
of FirefightersJacksonville Brotherhood
of PoliceJacksonville Business JournalJay Howell & Associates, PA
Lou Webber TireName Sake Pictures
Publication Distribution Services
Sonny’s Real Pit BBQThe McCormick Agency
Williams & Rowe Co., Inc.Wilson & Johns, PA
Host CommitteeNelson Cuba, Chairman
John AnstettGeorge Aspinall
Jane BadgerKaren Bowling
Ann DuggerRebecca DuggerTeresa EichnerSharon FunkJulie Harrell
Heather HatcherJimmy Holderfield
Ken JeffersonA. L. Kelly
Judy NicewongerRalph Nicewonger
Frank PearceLisa Root
Mario RubioCandy Shirley
Ashleigh SleimanRob Sorensen
Kim WardMichael Ward
Kelly WhiteRandy Wyse
VolunteersSilvia Almond
Amos BankheadCandy BrownCarl Clemons
Clifford ClemonsCrystal CooperJoy Crawford
Teresa EichnerKaren Farah
Stephen Held
Recognizing extraordinary citizens for their outstanding service to crime victims and to law enforcement agencies whose mission is to make our communities safer.
Acknowledgements
Special guests who joined us for the evening.
Judge Lance Day presented post-humously to the Braendle family the Extraordinary Citizen Award honoring Richard (Dick) Braendle, JC Courtwatcher who passed away earlier this year. Dick’s wife, Polly (r.), is shown here with their son John and his wife Wendy.
Former City Council President and JC Board Member Stephen Joost presented Dr. Randell Alexander the Extraordinary Businessman Award. Internationally known for children’s advocacy, Dr. Alexander is professor of Pediatrics at UF and fills numer-ous positions including Statewide Medical Director of the Florida Child Protection Team.
Baker County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Adam Faircloth shown with Extraordinary Citizen Sgt. Pete Quinley. In addition to his job as a Lieutenant for the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, Pete volunteers on his days off as supervisor of Baker County Sheriff’s Office Reserve Officers, supplementing all duties of BCSO sworn officers.
Victim Advocate Elizabeth Sheppard accepted the Extraordinary Citizen Award from Bradford County Sheriff Gordon Smith. Besides responding to deaths, sexual batteries or domes-tic violence cases, she speaks to organizations about teen dating violence, Just Say No To Drugs and other topics.
Middleburg pastor Earnestine Burkes was nominated for Extraordinary Citizen of Clay County by Clay County Sheriff Rick Beseler. Refusing to sit idly by and allow youths to become victims of drug dealers, Pastor Burkes successfully spearheaded measures to clean up her neigh-borhood and eliminate sites for illegal drug activities.
Jacksonville Sheriff John Rutherford presented JSO Reserve Officer Don Butler with the Duval County Extraordinary Citizen Award. Don keeps busy working with ShAdCo and Neighborhood Watches, helping with community events such as Safety Fairs and spends many hours every week assisting sworn officers with their duties.
St. Johns County Sheriff’s Office Corporal Sidney Mickler was nominated by Sheriff David Shoar as Extraordinary Citizen in his county. Shown here with Commander John Donlon, Sid is the 2012 SJSO Deputy of the Year, recognized for heroic acts, including risking his life to pull a truck driver to safety following a serious fire and explosions at a gas station.
Nassau County Sheriff’s Office Reservist Cecil Hodges received from Undersheriff George Faircloth the Nassau County Extraordinary Citizen award for his volunteer work visiting senior citizens as part of the Elder In-Home Check initiative, directing traffic for funerals and mentor-ing at-risk juveniles at Hilliard Elementary School.
Volunteers, Cont’dAnne JohnsonDawn Jones
Margaret McAlumGregory MilliganBonnie Peterson
Hunter PikeLynn PolleyKyle Ridgon
Clayton RigdonMollie Root
Jeanette SmithLarry WardKelly White
JSO ExplorersLeeSandra Arocho
Alexes CoatsArmoni FieldsGarrett Fussell
Sarafinia HintonTermil McClainTravis Padgett
Francisco RomeroDiamarri Simmons
Lt. Curtis GreenLt. Christopher Williams
Nassau County ExplorersWyatt Arp
Shawn CastleberryGarrett ClaytonBrittany ConradMarquis DupieHaylee GaskillLane Gibson
Bella GonzalesMichael MorrisJoshua Moyers
FOP CooksSgt. Jason Batrous
Officer Emmanuel CubaOfficer Adam HorneOfficer Chad James
Officer Randy ReavesLt. Jimmy Ricks
Officer Mike SmithOfficer Tom Slattery
Officer Jay TaylorOfficer Nate TomlinOfficer Brian TurnerOfficer Reggie White
PhotographersMichael Dean Photography
Mark Singer Photos (517-2850)
Lewis Andrew Webber Photography, www.lawebber.com
Mauricio Belgrano Name Sake Pictures
Sight & Sound Productions
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Former City Council
President Jack Webb
played a stir-ring rendition of “Amazing
Grace” on his bagpipes.
Emcee Greg Gaines, former WQIK Morning Show host turned motivational speaker who facilitat-ed the event, welcomed the crowd and kept the program flowing smoothly throughout the evening.
JC Board Vice Chair and Channel 4 Crime Analyst Ken Jefferson gave opening remarks and acknowledged with gratitude all the sponsors who made the event possible.
FDLE Special Agent in Charge Dominick Pape spoke about the Justice Coalition’s partnership with law enforcement.
Former Jaguar Scotty McGee, shown here with his wife Danya, offered the opening prayer for the event, and they later presented a laptop com-puter to Andre Nero, a 17-year-old young man who lost his leg following a drive-by shooting that took the life of his godfather in August.
Fraternal Order of Police President Nelson Cuba gave the call to action, urging those present to join the Justice Coalition in its mission to advocate for innocent crime victims and work with law enforce-ment to make our city safer.
The Potter’s House Christian Academy Children’s Choir, directed by Temolynn Wintons, beautifully sang “God Bless America” and led the Pledge of Allegiance.
The JSO Honor Guard, led by Ivan Pena, presented colors.
State Attorney Angela Cory with Asst. State Atty. Bernie de la Rionda and others from her office.
The Haskell Company President/CEO Steve Halverson, Justice Coalition friend and supporter.
JSO Explorers who worked hard during the event to help seat guests as they arrived and bused the tables at the end of the meal.
Father Peter Church, known as Jacksonville’s pastor, overcame physical and logistical difficulties to attend the dinner. He is always faithful to attend Pray Jacksonville! every month when a dedicated group meets at W. W. Gay Construction Banquet Hall to pray for our city.
More Nassau County Sheriff’s Office Police Explorers serving guests.
Members of JSO Detectives Missing Persons Unit with guests.
Some of the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office Explorers who did a great job serving the deli-cious food prepared by JSO cooks.
We consider families of victims to be our most important guests. Seated at this table are (l. to r.) Darlene Briggs and Angie Campbell (family of two missing boys – Mark Degner and Bryan Hayes), Chad Miller, Sherry Daniel, Bill and Fran Futrill, whose daughter Mary was strangled in bed 10 years ago, and their friend Mary Lewis.
The Wilson family whose 21-year-old son Michael was murdered August 20, 2011.
Mauricio Belgrano, whose Name Sake Pictures company produced the excellent video shown during the program.
Judge Adrian Soud talks to George Aspinall, Manager of Morocco Shrine Center.
Faithful friends and supporters, l. to r., Tina Griffis, Jeannette Carter, Joyce and Everett Pringle.
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Wanted Anyone with any information concerning these individuals, please call JSO at 904-630-0500
VA# 5208White female, 5’ 7”, 190 lbs.DOB: 4/24/91Violation: Grand theft
VA# 5209White male, 6’ 2”, 160 lbs.DOB: 10/26/83Violation: Aggravated battery,criminal mischief
VA# 5210Black male, 5’ 7”, 140 lbs.DOB: 11/26/82Violation: Felony domesticbattery
latrinia sbrownVA# 5211Black female, 5’ 2”, 130 lbs.DOB: 8/13/78Violation: Failure to return hired vehicle
DaviD michael FoggVA# 5213White male, 5’ 8”, 140 lbs.DOB: 4/22/80Violation: Make/issue worthlesschecks
VA# 5214Black male, 5’ 10”, 175 lbs.DOB: 5/24/81Violation: False ID, DSP
qortez goshay
VA# 5215Black male, 5’ 6”, 150 lbs.DOB: 5/1/92Violation: Burglary
VA# 5217Black male, 5’ 8”, 140 lbs.DOB: 10/11/88Violation: Felony domestic battery, VOP domestic violence
VA# 5218White male, 5’ 10”, 170 lbs.DOB: 9/13/76Violation: Purchase cocaine
nathan shanejarrellVA# 5219White male, 6’ 1”, 250 lbs.DOB: 10/3/79Violation: Burglary
javian rashaDmcclintonVA# 5220Black male, 5’ 9”, 145 lbs.DOB: 8/12/92Violation: False ID, DSP
herbert leoncolemanVA# 5212Black male, 5’ 6”, 140 lbs.DOB: 5/27/91Violation: Burglary
VA# 5221Black male, 5’ 2”, 130 lbs.DOB: 11/20/88Violation: Grand theft auto,false ID, DSP
VA# 5222Black male, 5’ 4”, 180 lbs.DOB: 2/6/86Violation: Escape from jailwork release
yuseF lateeF abDu millsVA# 5223Black male, 5’ 4”, 190 lbs.DOB: 12/10/81Violation: Uttering forged bills
VA# 5224Black male, 6’ 1”, 230 lbs.DOB: 2/1/85Violation: Cocaine/drugpossession
eric lee peacock
VA# 5226White male, 6’ 2”, 190 lbs.DOB: 11/6/83Violation: Contraband indetention facility
abram lamarpriceVA# 5227Black male, 5’ 9”, 140 lbs.DOB: 12/24/77Violation: Escape
VA# 5230Black female, 5’ 0”, 105 lbs.DOB: 9/12/88Violation: Child neglect
VA# 5231Black male, 6’ 1”, 140 lbs.DOB: 9/21/89Violation: Motor vehicle theft
VA# 5228Black male, 6’ 0”, 205 lbs.DOB: 12/29/78Violation: Grand theft, criminalmischief
shannon nicolerogersVA# 5229White female, 5’ 9”, 109 lbs.DOB: 8/14/80Violation: Sell opium/derivativenear school
VA# 5235Black male, 6’ 3”, 200 lbs.DOB: 10/22/88Violation: Burglary
by the Jacksonville sheriff’s office
charles williamwalker
VA# 5216Black male, 5’ 11”, 170 lbs.DOB: 10/13/89Violation: Sell/mfg/del drugs
calvin mauricegraham, jr.
jarvis DemekiogriFFin
moDesto zechariah ortiz
leroyal wshepparD
terrence anthony riley
VA# 5225White female, 5’ 7”, 200 lbs.DOB: 3/2/84Violation: Burglary, car theft
VA# 5236Black male, 5’ 11”, 210 lbs.DOB: 8/25/90Violation: Sell cocaine nearschool
Derrick white, jr.
tonya mariepaDilla
samuelmccray, iii
yasmin vivianshannon
An active warrant existed on every person shown on this page at the time the Justice Coalition received the information from the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office on Nov. 15, 2012, about two weeks before the Victims’ Advocate went to press.
VA# 5233Black male, 5’ 2”DOB: 10/22/92Violation: Grand theft auto
tyrell marsastringFielD
VA# 5234White female, 5’ 3”, 138 lbs.DOB: 12/17/80Violation: Child neglect
melissa anntipton
branDonmcclouD
jonathan henry brill
VA# 5237White male, 5’ 8”, 140 lbs.DOB: 1/17/89Violation: Grand theft
austin terrywooD
melissa Danielle botto
larry nathanielbrookins
michael jovangaskin
jason leonhoDges
wanteD posters terminology key
VA# 5232White male, 5’ 11”, 150 lbs.DOB: 8/14/88Violation: Drug possession, concealed firearm
brent Daniel shirley
AFDC - Aid for Dependent ChildrenBAtt. – BatteryCW – Concealed Weapon COnt. SuBS. – Controlled SubstanceD/L S/R – Driver’s License Suspended or Revoked DOm. Agg. ASSAuLt - domestic aggravated assaultDSP – Dealing Stolen Property
mAn. DeL. COCAine - Manufacturing and Delivering Cocaine
PCS - Possession of Controlled SubstancetRAFF. mDmA - Ecstasy TraffickingutteRing - ForgeryVOP - Violation of ProbationWC – Worthless Check
DW – Deadly weaponFA – Firearm FCF - Firearm by a Convicted FelonFeL - Felony FtA - Failed to Appeargt – Grand TheftHO – Habitual OffenderLeO – Law Enforcement Officer
Name: mary elizabethpetersenInfo: This 34-year-old mother of two was strangled during the night and found by her little children on may 28, 2002.Notify: Jso homicide at 630-1157.
Name: John patrick rowanInfo: rowan, 34, left his ft. caroline home before sunrise feb. 23, 2001, and has not been seen since. his suV was found a month later near the orlando airport. his case has been ruled an unsolved homicide.Notify: Jso cold case at 630-1157
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Name: paul w.seidenstrickerInfo: This 44-year-old beloved husband and father was murdered on e. 17th and hub-bard st. on feb. 21, 1994, by multiple stab wounds.Notify: Jso at630-0500
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name: yvonne belcherage: 25(at the time)height: 5’1” weight: 100 eyes/hair: blue/blonde missing since: december 22, 2000reward: $10,000 notify: Green cove springs at (904) 529-2220
name: Joshua bryan smith age: 23(at the time) height: 5’10” weight: 145 eyes/hair: brown/black missing since: november 4, 2000 notify: st. Johns county at(904) 824-8304
name: Jackie markhamage: 51(at the time)height: 5’6” weight: 150 eyes/hair: brown/blondish brown missing since:december 14, 2000reward: $20,000 offered by nassau notify: nassau county at (904) 225-0331
name: sandra Gann age: 49(at the time) height: 5’8” weight: 137 eyes/hair: blue/brown missing since: January 5, 2004notify: bradford county at (904) 966-2276
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name: haleigh cummings age: 5 height: 3’ weight: 39eyes/hair: brown/blondemissing since: february 10, 2009reward: $35,000notify: crimestoppers at 1-888-277-Tips.
We regret that because of insufficient space to include all unsolved murder cases on this page, effective January 2012 we will rotate all pictures, featuring each victim every three months. We remain sorry for your loss and will continue to work to see justice for all.
notify: JSO at 630-2627
Name: diann GaymonInfo: diann disappeared on sept. 27, 2004. her body was found on may 5, 2005, at 5711 bowden road behind the strip mall. Notify: Jso at 630-2172 with information about this case.
Name: Jermain JonesInfo: Jermain was visiting a re-cently deceased family member at the edgewood cemetery on sept. 12, 2005, when he was murdered by an unknown as-sailant. Notify: Jso at 630-2172 with information about this case.
Name: dustin padleyInfo: on Jan. 9, 2006, this 23-year-old male was crossing two lanes of hwy 1 southbound in st. augustine beach, when he was struck by a white ’88 or ’89 lTd, thrown approx. 120 feet and killed.Notify: fhp at 904-695-4115,ext. 535.
Name: sirron r. JacksonInfo: shot June 22, 2002, simon Johnson park, 3700 block of moncrief rd.Notify: Jso at 630-0500 or 630-1824
Name: dorsett lamont James sr.Info: on may 27, 2011, the body of dorsett James sr. was found in his residence located at 1106 Tyler st. in Jacksonville. The case has been ruled a homicide. Notify: Jso det. cayenne at 630-2172 if you have any infor-mation regarding this murder.
Name: hiep nguyenInfo: This young man was found murdered on the floor of his busi-ness, boba coffee shop, June 23, 2004.Notify: Jso homicide at630-2172 if you have information about this case.
Name: isaac frank lambeInfo: on July 4, 2005, issac “buddy” lambe was killed by a motor vehicle in the 9400 block of Gibson ave. near rogers ave. The vehicle left the scene after hitting the victim.Notify: Jso at 630-2178
Name: Joe harrellInfo: This young man was dis-covered January 22, 2006, lying in the driveway of a vacant home a 3021 silver street, believed to have been killed around midnight while walking home from work.Notify: Jso at 630-2172 with information about this case.
Name: shawn patrick newmanInfo: on nov. 9, 2007, unknown assailants shot this 35-year-old male through the door of his apartment at 4743 radcliff ct. before losing consciousness, he stated, “They came in and shot me.” he died later at shands hospital.Notify: Jso homicide at630-2172 if you have information about this case.
Name: christopher lashawn lesterInfo: on Jan. 31, 2009, Jso responded to 3160 dignan street, where they found christopher’s body. foul play is suspected. Notify: Jso homicide at630-2172 if you have information about this case.
Name: christopher muncieInfo: This 37-year-old male was shot by an unknown assailant outside mcb’s lounge, 6211 st. augustine rd. on mother’s day in 2005. he died on his 38th birthday, June 16, 2006.Notify: Jso homicide at630-2172 if you have information about this case.
Name: Terry lamar maslinInfo: Terry was found murdered on oct. 16, 2002, at 11501 harts road, the hartswood apart-ments.Notify: Jso homicide at630-2172 if you have information about this case.
Name: donna millsInfo: This young woman was murdered by a drive-by shooter on dec. 15, 2007, as she slept in her apartment on confederate point road.Notify: Jso homicide at630-2172 if you have information about this case.
Name: Tina marie mcQuaigInfo: Tina was found murdered at cecil field december 26, 2002. dna positively identified the remains march 2003.Notify: Jso at 630-0500
Name: michael lamar perryInfo: on aug. 7, 2008, he was gunned down at 13th and mon-crief by an unidentified black male riding a green beach cruiser bicycle. Notify: Jso homicide at630-2172 if you have information about this case.
Name: Tiphne hollisInfo: while in a car with family members on march 20, 2010, this 16-year-old young woman was killed by a hail of gunfire from unknown assailants.Notify: Jso homicide at 630-2172 if you have information about this case.
Name: andre JohnsonInfo: andre was found mur-dered on June 23, 2005. his body was discovered in the ribault river near lem Turner rd. Notify: Jso at 630-2172 with information about this case.
Name: nickeshea duana GrayInfo: This 28-year-old female was murdered on July 25, 2006, in the 8300 block of marion street.Notify: Jso homicide at630-2172 if you have information about this case.
Name: Jessica s. GreenInfo: This 18-year-old female was found shot to death sept. 5, 2007, in the bedroom of her home at 5620 hollinghead lane.Notify: Jso at 630-2172 with information about this case.
Name: randall eugeneGriffinInfo: This 56-year-old male was treated for significant trauma on may 6 and pro-nounced deceased onmay 15, 2006.Notify: Jso homicide unit at 630-2172
Name: donald JeridoInfo: found murdered in his apartment at Golfair blvd. on october 18, 2000.Notify: Jso at 630-0500
Name: deon antwain JeridoInfo: beloved son of laVerne Jerido, was found shot to death in his 2001 Gold sebring near the intersec-tion of w. 22nd st. and lee st.Notify: Jso at 630-0500 or sgt. r.s. mcleod at 630-2172
Name: alphonso levon headley, Jr.Info: This 22-year-old male was found murdered nov. 26, 2008, at pearl and linwood streets, shot multiple times by unknown assailants.Notify: Jso homicide at 630-2172 if you have information about this case.
Name: hakeem muhammadInfo: This 17-year-old male was found deceased from a gunshot wound on July 26, 2006, inside room 119 at the budget inn, 6545 ramona blvd.Notify: Jso homicide at630-2172 if you have information about this case.
Name: frances GordonInfo: found october 1, 1996, at 2727 waller street, viciously murdered by an unknown assailant.Notify: Jso at 630-2172.
name: rodney mcintyre age: 22 (at the time) height: 5’6” weight: 170eyes/hair:brown/black missing since: July 2, 2004
name: sheena dayleJohnson age: 26 height: 5’4” weight: 95eyes/hair: black/brownmissing since: september 11,2006
name: mark anthony degner age: 12(at the time) height: 5’ weight: 135 eyes/hair: hazel/dark blonde missing since: february 10, 2005reward: $10,000
name: bryanandrew hayes age: 12(at the time) height: 5’6”weight: 125 eyes/hair: Green/red missing since:february 10, 2005reward: $10,000
name: michaelaustin davis age: 25 height: 5’8”weight: 160 to 180 eyes/hair: blue/brown missing since: June 26, 2007
name: mark Thomas Gibson age: 51 height: 5’7” weight: 130eyes/hair: brown/brown missing since: march 12, 2008
name: windy Gail fox age: 43 height: weight: eyes/hair: blonde/bluemissing since: august 6, 2006
name: Geanna m. Jones age: 36 (at the time) height: 5’9” weight: 165eyes/hair: brown/brownmissing since: nov. 2000
name: shirlene “donetta” roberts age: 23 height: weight: eyes/hair:brown/black missing since: september 11, 2009
name: rosemary day age: 27 (at the time) height: 5’4” weight: 150eyes/hair: brown/brownmissing since: may 25, 2011
Name: sulaiman allah muhammadInfo: This 28-year-old male was found shot while sitting inside his vehicle on January 9, 2011. he was parked at 6650 103rd street.Notify: Jso homicide at630-2172.
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By Sheriff Rutherford
Based on the FDLE’s Crime Statistics report [released Nov. 1], I continue
to be cautiously optimistic about the indications that our three-year downward trend in crime is continuing in 2012.
We closely monitor all crime activity in Jacksonville, and will continue to do so.
Keep in mind the FDLE mid-year report has no predictive value for where the year will end, especially in light of the upticks in crime that occur later in the year, each year. Despite that fact, for the past three years our efforts have effected a reduction in both violent
crime and crime overall, with Jacksonville experiencing the lowest number of reported crimes in 2011 (41,295) since record keeping began 40 years ago.
This is why we remain focused on our expert crime intelligent analysis function – the study of crimes, trends, patterns, the mining of data and information – so we can continue to deploy our resources strategically, for the best possible outcomes.
Through this operation rigor, we can quickly determine what is working tactically, as we solve and prevent crime
and protect citizens. Fiscally, we run the agency using lean business practices without compromising our services and outcomes. Again, through careful monitoring of crime, I can best determine what, if any, impact our recent cuts in personnel and positions might be having on crime. That is a determination I can make only after seeing the whole year’s results for 2012.
I would be remiss if I didn’t thank the men and women of this great agency for their commitment, especially as we move forward with a laser focus on intelligence-
led policing and using all resources wisely. I would also like to thank the thousands of citizens who engage with us – whether they join a ShAdCo and come to meetings, or pick up the phone or tweet us with a crime tip or concern about something in the city or on their street. And, as always, I offer my deepest gratitude to the State Attorney’s Office for their dedication in working with us and prosecuting those individuals who degrade our community because of their criminal acts.
God bless you and have a wonderful Christmas.
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The persons shown below were arrested for the crimes listed. At the time of publication of this issue, they have NOT been convicted of the crime for which they were arrested. This information does not in any way imply or infer guilt or any actions or activities other than their arrest.
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Direct: (904) 421-3582Cell: (904) 228-9047Fax: (904) 384-6141
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Email: [email protected]
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travis boanMissing since 11/15/12
grace rivera-quinonesMissing since 6/16/12
antonio phillipsMissing since 9/21/12
agnes wilsonMissing since 10/10/12
TERRy GOODInSoliciting for Prostitution
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The Gift of Giving
Remember innocent victims of violent crime with your tax-deductible, year-end donations to the Justice Coalition, a non-profit 501(c)3 organization.
Justice Coalition1935 Lane Avenue S, Suite 1
Jacksonville, FL 32210www.justicecoalition.org
december 2012 The JusTice coaliTion’s VicTims’ adVocaTe • 15
Sheriff Thomas Seagraves and the Nassau County Sheriff’s Office endorse the efforts of the Justice Coalition to capture wanted criminals. We rely greatly on the public’s
participation in locating wanted persons and deeply appreciate their efforts.
Call the NCSO at (904) 353-7072 today!
NASSAU COUNTY’S
MOST WANTED
WHERE YOU cAN FIND THE
City HallCity Hall Annex
Duval County CourthouseJacksonville
Public LibrariesPolice Memorial Building
Sonny’s Real Pit Bar-B-Q
Office DepotThe Jacksonville Landing
Most Major Downtown Buildings
Jenkins Quality Barbeque(all locations)
Jacksonville Area:(select locations)
Burger King RestaurantsLarry’s Giant SubsGate Food Posts
(select locations)
Famous Amos Restaurants
McDonald’s RestaurantsWal-Mart
AndGreen cove Springs:
(select locations)
Green Cove City HallHarvey’s Grocery
Clay Co. Sheriff’s OfficeClay County Admin Bldg.
P.o.P.s.The Justice Coalition
appreciates the support of its
Positively Outrageous Partners
Auctioneer Aaron BeanACS Security Systems
Adina Construction andFraming
AlphaStaff, Inc.Builders FirstSource
Capital ConcreteSolutions
Robert CarltonCompCare Health
SolutionsDr. Bob Chapa
Cornerstone Paintand DrywallRob ViensFocus MD
Ryan DavisJ.B. Coxwell
Contracting, Inc.Jensen CivilConstruction
Stephen JensenJiffy Lube
Lou Webber TiresMiller ElectricBuck Autrey
PARC PackagingPaul Adams, Ronnie Calugar
Poole Management Company
Lockwood HolmesWW Gay Mechanical
Contractors, Inc.Waste Management
Call the CCSO at (904) 213-6031 today!
CLAY COUNTY’S
MOST WANTEDSheriff Rick Beseler and the Clay County Sheriff’s Office endorse the efforts of
the Justice Coalition to capture wanted criminals. We rely greatly on the public’s participation in locating wanted persons and deeply appreciate their efforts.
RYan PaTRick bauTisTaRace: White Sex: Male
DOB: 8/15/81 Ht.: 5’ 11” Weight: 130Violation: Domestic battery by strangulation
Jason WallacePlaTTneRRace: White Sex: MaleDOB: 9/20/87 Ht.: 6’ 1” Weight: 160Violation: VOP grand theft auto, burglary
JoDY olan RoWeRace: White Sex: Male
DOB: 12/28/70 Ht.: 6’ 1” Weight: 140Violation: Child abuse
zachaRY veRDieRJaMison
Race: Black Sex: MaleDOB: 12/15/86 Ht.: 6’ 0” Weight: 190
Violation: FTA, Sale/Delivery/Possession of cocaine
TiMoThY cuRTisTuRneRRace: White Sex: MaleDOB: 4/14/68 Ht.: 5’ 6” Weight: 200Violation: Burglary and grand theft
Daniel hoRace McPheRson iiRace: White Sex: Male
DOB: 5/6/67 Ht.: 5’ 9” Weight: 285Violation: Grand theft auto
TRaceY boniTabRiTTRace: White Sex: FemaleDOB: 6/3/74 Ht.: 5’ 10” Weight: 165Violation: Fraudulent use of credit card, victim >65 years
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Each of us has a responsibility to help make our community safe, and aiding in the apprehension of those among us who choose to scoff at the law goes a long way in fulfilling that obligation.
The citizens of Jacksonville thank all who have participated.
busTed
wiLLiam s. JoNes Va#: 5186
featured: november, 2012arrested: october, 2012
Violation: sexual battery, victim under 12
WilliaM eDWaRD haRDison
Va# 5182 featured: november, 2012
arrested: october, 2012Violation: aggravated domestic battery
Tahn laDell MaRvin sTuaRT
Va#: 5207featured: november, 2012
arrested: october, 2012Violation: attempted second degree murder
eThel lucille McclenDonVa#: 5191featured: november, 2012arrested: october, 2012Violation: armed robbery
DaviD hoRvaThVa#: 5185featured: november, 2012arrested: october, 2012Violation: Grand theft
PhilliP Michael gRahaM Va#: clay county
featured: november, 2012arrested: november, 2012Violation: Grand theft, dsp
RichaRD RanDall JonesVa#: nazzau countyfeatured: november, 2012arrested: october, 2012Violation: failure to register as sex offender
Sheriff Joey Dobson and the Baker County Sheriff’s Office endorse the efforts of the Justice Coalition to capture wanted criminals. We rely greatly on the public’s partici-
pation in locating wanted persons and deeply appreciate their efforts.
BAKER COUNTY’S
MOST WANTED
Call the BCSO at (904) 259-2231 today!
kodie o. copeLaNdRace: Black Sex: MaleDOB: 3/26/88 Ht.: 5’ 7” Weight: n/aViolation: Grand theft of firearm w/firearm
TiMoThY “PoRkchoP” MaRTin
Race: White Sex: MaleDOB: 9/19/79 Ht.: 5’ 8” Weight: n/a
Violation: Felony failure to appear
DonalD eugeneWhaleYRace: White Sex: MaleDOB: 3/14/77 Ht.: 6’ 0” Weight: n/aViolation: Possession, intent to sell/manufacture/deliver drugs
sue caRol DixonRace: White Sex: Female
DOB: 8/1/70 Ht.: 5’ 3” Weight: 125Violation: Fraudulent use of credit card, victim >65 years
kenneTh Dale anDeRsonRace: White Sex: MaleDOB: 9/16/65 Ht.: 5’ 9” Weight: 245Violation: Sale/delivery/possession of marijuana
aLBerto a. aNdradeRace: Asian Sex: Male
DOB: 8/9/75 Ht.: 5’ 7” Weight: 190Violation: Sale/delivery cocaine
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Employee Banquet Hall • 524 West Stockton StreetJoin us the second Tuesday of each month as we continue to lift up the City of Jacksonville to God in prayer. We believe when
we meet together and pray we can make a difference.Come be part of that difference.
“If my people, which are called by my name, shall humble themselves, and pray, and seek my face, and turn from their wicked ways; then will I hear from
heaven, and will forgive their sin, and will heal their land.” — II Chronicles 7:14
“Make a chain, for the land is full of bloody crimes and the city is full of violence.” — Ezekiel 7:23
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Special Thanks
SupportingFamily &
Community
professional serVices
Bailey PublishingContemporary Business Services
Dye Bail BondsFraternal Order of Police
Wayne Malone, Total Office Products
Ralph NicewongerPublication Distribution Services
The McCormick Agency, Inc.Lou Webber
Websessions, Larry Cohen
conTribuTors3G Tool Boxes
Dr. Randell AlexanderRalph Andrews
Aqua 1 Well & Pump, Inc.AVMG, Inc.
Wendy and John BraendleJerry Brantley
Darlene L. BriggsTodd Bynes
Janice M. ChambersBernard Chapple
Clay County Port, Inc.Kathy Cold
Sandra CorbettAngela Corey
Daniel Davis Campaign AccountDamien D’Anna
Bernie de la RiondaGary Dickinson
Karen FarahFirehouse Subs
Donald FreedmanGator Door East, Inc.
Bobbi GriswoldSteven T. HalversonHarrell & Harrell, PA
Julie HarrellRobert P. Heatherington
Jacksonville Brotherhood of Police
John KirklandWayne Malone
Steven T. McCallJeanie MillerHerb Morris
MSG Business Centers, Inc.Miryam Munoz
Nassau County Sheriff’s OfficeOwen Electrical Company, Inc.
Jerod PowersEverett and Joyce Pringle
Prisoners of ChristValerie Rao
Ann RobinsonPaige E. SchmidtLauri-Ellen Smith
St. Johns County Sheriff’s OfficePatricia StoverDennis Sullivan
Mrs. C. Herman TerryThe McCormick Agency, Inc.
Total Office ProductsVillage Key & Alarm
Dawn WickhamDaniel F. Wilensky
Duane and Joy WilliamsWilson & Johns, PA
Cyrus P. Zomorodian
VolunTeersnewspaper deliVeryAmos Bankhead
David BrownBob and Trish EdwardsBeverly McClain, FOSCI
Pete and Cindy MillerSpencer MyersH. G. PetersonDerrick Rogers
Paul Russell
office VolunTeersDana Anderson
Francine AndersonAmos BankheadCrystal CooperLesly DuggerFran Futrill
Stephen HeldMargaret McalumJudy Nicewonger
Ashley RhilesClayton Rigdon
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