WARREN, Ohio — The family of Juvar King gathered on Thursday to commemorate what would have been his 47th birthday, just two days after a Cuyahoga County Grand Jury indicted a suspect in his death. The emotional occasion served as a bittersweet reminder for family members, who have been grappling with his disappearance for months.
“We are just here to show our love and appreciation,” said Javanier King, Juvar’s daughter. “Not a day goes by that we don’t talk about him or mention his name.” Her sentiments echoed throughout the gathering, where family and friends reflected on their loss while seeking justice for Juvar.
This birthday marks the first for Javanier without her father, a poignant reminder of the ongoing emotional struggles the family faces. “Today is my father’s birthday. It’s the first we haven’t been able to celebrate with him, just like Father’s Day,” she noted.
The family’s hope for closure comes amid recent developments in the case. Nathaniel Crocket has been charged with aggravated murder, murder, and felonious assault related to Juvar’s death. “I hope my family can move on soon or eventually we can find peace,” Javanier expressed.
Crocket was initially detained in connection to an arson case involving the vehicle Juvar was driving. Investigators began focusing on him after Juvar’s body was discovered at an abandoned property on Chapman Avenue in East Cleveland on March 17. Authorities had plans for further questioning shortly after the discovery.
East Cleveland Police Commander Joseph Marche stated in March that it was crucial to speak with individuals connected to the car. “We need to find out who had his car and talk to the person arrested for the arson,” he said at the time.
The Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner’s Office later ruled Juvar’s death a homicide, confirming that he had been shot in the head. This announcement led to the designation of Crocket as a suspect. “I just hope he speaks up and tells the truth,” Javanier remarked.
Currently, Crocket is held at the Cuyahoga County Jail as the investigation unfolds. Meanwhile, Juvar’s family remains hopeful that justice will be served, enabling them to honor his memory with dignity.
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