BAKER COUNTY, Fla. — The Baker County community is mourning the tragic loss of Marcus Gene Hodges, 60, who was fatally shot in a devastating family incident on Saturday, January 17, 2026.
According to the Baker County Sheriff’s Office (BCSO), Hodges was shot by his son, Marcus Shane Hodges, 36, during a confrontation at their home. Following the shooting, a Baker County deputy was also injured but sustained non-life-threatening injuries and is recovering.
Marcus Gene Hodges was pronounced dead at the scene, leaving family, friends, and the community in profound grief. Authorities have emphasized the tragedy of the event and asked that the community keep the family in their thoughts and prayers.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) has taken over the investigation, while local authorities continue to examine the circumstances that led to the deadly incident.
Loved ones and neighbors remember Marcus Gene Hodges as a devoted family man and a valued member of the community. His sudden and violent passing has left an immeasurable void, and the Baker County community stands together in mourning his death.
Thoughts and prayers remain with the Hodges family during this incredibly difficult time.
