Three Years After Shooting, Police Still Searching for Jaheem Durant's Killer
The 20-year-old former football standout was found dead on a sidewalk near a sheriff's substation in October 2023.
By Victoria Singh ·
Three years have passed since a 20-year-old man was shot to death on a sidewalk in the City of Century. Jaheem Durant was discovered with multiple gunshot wounds at approximately 1:15 a.m. on Sunday, October 29, 2023. His body lay on the north side of North Century Boulevard, close to Ramar Street.
The location was particularly close to law enforcement facilities. The body was found just yards away from the Escambia County Sheriff's Office Substation inside the Billy G. Ward Courthouse building. Despite this proximity, the killer has not been identified.
The Escambia County Sheriff's Office confirmed that the investigation remains active. Investigators are continuing their search for the person who shot Durant. The department is asking the public for any information that could lead to a suspect.
Durant had a notable athletic history before his death. He played high school football for the Northview Chiefs and the Flomaton Hurricanes. During his time at Northview, he earned a spot on the 2nd Team Defensive End for the Florida 1A All-State football team. He was also part of the Flomaton High School team that won its first state championship.
The Escambia County Sheriff's Office is urging anyone with details to call (850) 436-9620. Residents can also reach Crime Stoppers by dialing (850) 433-STOP. The case remains unsolved three years after the shooting occurred.
Source: NorthEscambia.com
