SAINT JAMES CITY, Fla. — Authorities have identified the man who was shot and killed by Lee County deputies while responding to a domestic violence call in St. James City on Wednesday. Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno confirmed that the deceased is Alex Paul Jordan, 37. The incident has sparked strong emotions from family members and renewed attention on law enforcement responses to domestic disturbance calls.
The shooting occurred at a residence on Crestwell Court, where deputies were dispatched to investigate a reported domestic situation. According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office (LCSO), deputies encountered Jordan shortly after arriving at the scene. Officials say Jordan armed himself with a gun, prompting deputies to use deadly force. No deputies were injured during the encounter.
Sheriff Marceno confirmed Jordan’s identity in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter, but did not release additional details about the moments leading up to the shooting. Authorities have not said how many deputies fired their weapons or how many shots were fired. The exact sequence of events remains under investigation.
The incident drew an emotional response at the scene, which was partially captured by a Gulf Coast News crew. Video footage showed a driver attempting to pass through a blocked entrance on Crestwell Court, shouting angrily at a deputy who was controlling access to the area. The outburst reflected the heightened tensions surrounding the scene as law enforcement worked to secure the neighborhood.
A man believed to be Jordan’s father was also heard expressing grief and anger, accusing deputies of killing his son. He questioned whether deputies followed proper procedures and emphasized the importance of body camera footage, saying he hoped the incident was fully documented. His emotional reaction underscored the deep pain and frustration felt by the family in the aftermath of the shooting.
In accordance with LCSO policy, the deputies involved in the shooting have been placed on administrative leave with pay while the incident is reviewed. This is standard procedure in deputy-involved shootings and does not imply wrongdoing, officials said. The investigation is ongoing, and further details are expected to be released once reviews are completed.
