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Jacksonville Man Charged in Connection with Ernest Street Fatal Shooting

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Published on August 24, 2025
Jacksonville Man Charged in Connection with Ernest Street Fatal ShootingSource: Jacksonville Sheriff's Office

After a meticulous investigation following a fatal shooting in April, the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office has made an arrest. On April 15, 33-year-old Christopher Cam was found with multiple gunshot wounds on Ernest Street, resulting in his death despite efforts by the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department (JFRD) to save him. According to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office report, 32-year-old Brandon Engeloff has been charged in connection with the murder.

Brandon Engeloff, whose criminal history marks him as a convicted felon, was detained after investigators pieced together evidence pointing to his involvement in the homicide. The local community has been following the case closely, seeking answers and justice for the death of Cam. The Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed that the cause of death was indeed a homicide, intensifying the imperative for law enforcement to secure the perpetrator.

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office said its Homicide and Crime Scene Units spent months reviewing evidence in connection with the April 15 shooting. Investigators identified Brandon Engeloff as a suspect following their investigation, leading to his detention in the case.