Jesse David Cairo, a 22-year-old male from Clearwater, Florida, tragically lost his life on January 26, 2018. Jesse, who was born on July 16, 1995, was fatally shot in what appeared to be a drive-by shooting in the unincorporated area of Clearwater. The incident occurred around 4:10 a.m. on Suffolk Drive, where deputies responded to reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, they found Jesse at the end of a driveway with life-threatening injuries.
He was immediately transported to a nearby hospital, but unfortunately, he succumbed to his injuries.
The investigation into Jesse David Cairo's death quickly identified a suspect. Dale Eugene Washington, also 22 years old, was arrested in connection with the murder. Washington was located and apprehended in the Orlando area with the assistance of the Polk County and Orange County Sheriff's Offices. He was taken into custody without incident and charged with second-degree homicide for the death of Jesse David Cairo. Washington was subsequently booked into the Orange County Jail and later transferred to the Pinellas County Jail to face charges.
The case also involved efforts to identify potential witnesses. Detectives sought the public's help in identifying two females who were seen with both the victim and the suspect on the night of the incident. These women were reportedly with Jesse and Dale at two different gentlemen's clubs in Pinellas County, including the OZ Gentleman's Club. The investigation continued as detectives worked to gather more information and piece together the events leading up to the tragic shooting.
Jesse David Cairo's death was a significant loss to his family and community. The investigation into his murder highlighted the collaborative efforts of multiple law enforcement agencies to bring the suspect to justice and seek closure for the victim's loved ones.
