Man Found Shot to Death Inside Northwest Jacksonville Home; Sheriff’s Office Detains Several People for Questioning

Early-morning shooting investigated in Moncrief area

A man in his mid-20s was found shot to death inside a home early Monday in Northwest Jacksonville, and several people were detained as detectives worked to determine what led up to the killing, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

Officers were dispatched at about 2:30 a.m. Monday, Jan. 26, 2026, after a report of a shooting inside a residence on Boilard Drive near New Kings Road. When police arrived, they located the victim inside the home with at least one gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

What investigators say they know so far

Detectives described the case as an active investigation and said they are still working to establish the circumstances that preceded the shooting, including the nature of any relationship among the people involved.

Police said multiple people were detained for questioning as the investigation continued. No arrests were immediately announced, and the Sheriff’s Office did not release the victim’s name Monday morning.

Key verified details released Monday morning

• Location: Boilard Drive, near New Kings Road, in the Moncrief area of Northwest Jacksonville.

• Time: Police response occurred around 2:30 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 26, 2026.

• Victim: A man described as being in his mid-20s, found inside the home with at least one gunshot wound and pronounced dead at the scene.

• Police activity: Several people detained for questioning; investigators said they are determining what led to the shooting and the relationship among those involved.

What remains unknown at this stage

Investigators have not publicly detailed whether the shooting occurred during a dispute, whether the victim knew the shooter, or whether a weapon has been recovered. Police also have not released information on how many people were detained or what prompted the initial call beyond a reported shooting inside the home.

If you have information about the shooting, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office can be reached at 904-630-0500, and tips can also be submitted by email to [email protected] or through Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS.

The Sheriff’s Office said updates will be provided as detectives determine the sequence of events and whether criminal charges will be filed.