FDLE Investigating Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Deputy-Involved Shooting In Tampa

TAMPA, Fla. – The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is investigating a deputy-involved shooting that resulted in the death of a suspect in Tampa.

The incident occurred on November 16, 2024, at approximately 9:15 p.m., when Hillsborough County Sheriff's deputies conducted a traffic stop for an obscured tag near the intersection of West Hillsborough Avenue and Elliot Drive.

During the stop, Deputy Jared Mincemeyer, 26, requested the suspect to show his hands. While initially complying, the suspect subsequently reached for a firearm while exiting the vehicle. Deputy Mincemeyer, fearing for his safety, fired his weapon, striking the suspect.

The suspect was transported to St. Joseph's Hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.

Deputy Mincemeyer has been with the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office since October 2022 and has no prior history of using force.

"Our deputy was simply doing his job trying to protect our community when he was forced to defend himself against an armed individual," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. "No deputy ever wants to face this situation, but when confronted with a deadly threat, they must act to protect themselves and others. Our deputies put their lives on the line every day to keep our community safe. It's unfortunate when criminals make choices that lead to fatal outcomes."

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office will release body camera footage of the incident as soon as it becomes available. The suspect's identity will be released pending notification of next of kin.

FDLE is the lead investigative agency in this case.

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