Tampa, FL — On September 19, 2025, Tampa Police Department officers responded to the 1500 block of North 39th Street, where they discovered a deceased individual, later identified as Andie Morrel, 37, in a vacant lot.
The investigation led detectives to a residence in the 9400 block of Polak Drive in unincorporated Hillsborough County. Blood evidence was found inside the home, and investigators determined the murder occurred at this location.
Justin Hawker, 17, was identified as the suspect. He was arrested and charged with Murder in the Second Degree with a Firearm – Great Bodily Harm/Death.
Sheriff Chad Chronister stated, “It is awful to see a crime like this and to see someone so young resort to such violence. I appreciate the strong partnership we have with the Tampa Police Department. We will continue to hold violent offenders accountable and protect the safety of our community.”
The case remains under active investigation.
Source: Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office
