Detectives Searching for Double-Homicide Suspect in Unincorporated Largo

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According to a February 16, 2024, press release from the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office, Detectives assigned to the Robbery/Homicide Unit are searching for 28-year-old James McKinley Barber, Jr., in connection to a double-homicide investigation underway at 7981 Smoketree Court in Unincorporated Largo.
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Police say Barber was last known to be traveling on foot in the area of 51st Avenue North between Duhme Road and Seminole Boulevard in Seminole.

Barber is described as a white male, standing 6’02” tall, weighing approximately 159lbs, with brown hair and brown eyes, and was last seen wearing a gray sweatshirt with “Tronton” on the front, blue pants, and a pair of black sneakers.

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Barber is believed to be armed, but detectives state the incident appears domestic in nature, and there is currently no indication that Barber is a threat to the public.

Anyone with information on this case or Barber’s whereabouts is asked to contact the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office by phone at 727-582-6200 or 911.
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As of publication, the investigation is ongoing. Further updates will come from the Public Affairs Office.