Two unsolved homicides in South Brooksville are casting a long shadow over the community, prompting the Hernando County Sheriff's Office to appeal to the public for assistance. The victims, Marcus Easterling and Devonta Washington lost their lives to violence in separate incidents, with Easterling's case dating back to 2017 and Washington's to 2021. Despite the passing years, resolutions remain elusive in these grim chapters of local history.

The call for help from authorities comes with an acknowledgment that even minor details might tip the balance in favor of justice. In a statement released through their website, detectives expressed an urgent need for any information that could help close these cold cases, "Even the smallest detail could be vital to solving these crimes, and bringing justice to the victims and their families."

Investigators are not wavering in their efforts, with Detective David M. Vargas Jr. and Detective Chris Kraft leading the charge and imploring anyone who might know something to make contact. The provided phone number, 352-754-6830, represents a direct line to potential breakthroughs that could aid in laying these cases to rest. To cast a wider net, the Sheriff's Office has extended the option for informants to remain anonymous by reaching out to Hernando County Crime Stoppers at 1-866-990-8477.

The Hernando County Sheriff's Office website features the plea and details concerning the homicides of Easterling and Washington, serving as an ongoing reminder of the tragedy that struck South Brooksville and the work still left to be done.