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Jacksonville man wanted for January murder arrested in Daytona Beach

Wanted Jacksonville man captured in Daytona Beach (Volusia County Sheriff's Office)

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A Jacksonville man wanted for murder was captured in Daytona Beach Thursday, according to the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office.

Jordan T. Hodge, 21, was wanted out of Duval County on a warrant for second-degree murder.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said Hodge was one of three people who now face a murder charge in the shooting death of a 20-year-old man on Shenandoah Avenue on January 24.

Volusia County deputies say Hodge attempted to run but was quickly apprehended.

He’s being extradited back to Duval County.

Hodge has been arrested several times in Duval County. Prior charges include, robbery, aggravated battery on a pregnant woman, and resisting arrest, according to court records.

This is a developing story. This article will be updated as more information becomes available.

Samantha Mathers

Samantha Mathers, Action News Jax

Samantha Mathers is a digital reporter and content creator for Action News Jax.

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