Gustavous Dames, 39, was shot and killed on December 5, 2017, in Miami’s Overtown neighborhood near 128 NW 15th Street while he was out in the community. Police responded but no arrests were made and witnesses were scarce, leaving the case unsolved. The Miami Police Department has classified the death as a homicide and sought public assistance; flyers were distributed and Crime Stoppers is offering up to $3,000 for information leading to an arrest. The department encouraged tips to the Homicide Unit or anonymous reports through Crime Stoppers.

Dames’ death is listed among several unsolved homicides in Miami and underscores difficulties investigators face in neighborhoods with frequent violence. If anyone has information that could help bring clarity or leads in this case, please contact the Miami Police Homicide Unit or Crime Stoppers.