Officer Julian Keen was a beloved member of the FL Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, a community advocate for youth, and a true outdoorsman who loved the Big Cypress, being on the water, and the FL Outdoors. He was shot and killed while attempting to stop a hit-and-run suspect.

Julian never met a stranger, and was known for his positive outlook, and belief in serving others. He was an active mentor to young people in his community, providing a positive role model to follow.

Officer Keen and the life he lived was so powerful that upon his passing his entire community mourned his loss. People of all creeds, colors, and backgrounds united in remembrance of a man with a beautiful spirit and in support of Mona and Patrick O’Bannon who raised him as their own son.