James Palmer, 28, was found dead on October 26, 2014, on the 7000 block of Forrest Avenue in Philadelphia. Police responded at 9:09 p.m. and discovered Palmer lying on the ground outside a residence; medical personnel pronounced him deceased on arrival. No further details about suspects or motive have been released, and his death is listed among the city’s unsolved homicides from that year.

Palmer’s killing occurred during a year when Philadelphia experienced a troubling number of outdoor homicides, most involving firearms, and arguments were frequently cited as the reported motive in many incidents. Beyond the time, location, and manner of discovery, few specifics about what led to the fatal altercation are available.

If anyone saw activity on Forrest Avenue that evening or has information about James Palmer’s death, please come forward to assist the investigation.