Oscar Lee Hendrix Jr., aged 36, tragically lost his life on November 19, 2020, in Haines City, Florida. The incident occurred during a drive-by shooting that took place around 9 p.m. on North 15th Street. According to reports, approximately 30 rounds were fired, resulting in the death of Hendrix Jr. and injuries to two other men and a woman. The Haines City Police Department has indicated that Hendrix Jr. was not the intended target of the shooting.
The drive-by also caused damage to a nearby home, which had four children inside at the time, and two vehicles were hit by the gunfire.
The investigation into Hendrix Jr.'s death has been ongoing, with the Haines City Police Department actively seeking information from the community to identify the suspects involved. Despite the efforts of the police and the emotional pleas from Hendrix Jr.'s father, Oscar Hendrix Sr., no arrests have been made, and the suspects remain at large. The police have released surveillance footage showing the vehicles involved in the shooting, but the lack of cooperation from the other victims has hindered the progress of the investigation.
Hendrix Jr.'s death has left his family and the community in mourning. His father described him as a generous and well-loved individual who would give the shirt off his back to help others. The police chief emphasized the senselessness of the tragedy and urged residents to come forward with any information that could lead to an arrest. The case remains open, and the Haines City Police Department continues to encourage anyone with information to contact them or Heartland Crime Stoppers.
