Detectives Recover Cell Phone, Solve Murder Case

Staff Report / jaxlocal.org

Jacksonville, FL - Homicide Detective Ash Saunders and the Dive Team of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office made significant progress in a murder investigation by recovering a cell phone from a body of water. This recovery led to two arrests connected to the case.

The cell phone provided crucial evidence that linked witness statements with physical evidence. Officials stated that this discovery has helped provide answers to a grieving family. A video demonstrating the efforts of the detectives involved in solving the case has been released as part of the announcement highlighting their work.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office continues to commend their detectives for their daily contributions to solving crimes in the community.



Source: Jacksonville Sheriff's Office | Jacksonville FL

Source Type: Police

Source Location: Jacksonville

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