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Suspect Arrested in Fatal Tampa Shooting

For Immediate Release : Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office
Release Number: 26-179
Date
Wednesday October 28, 2026 6:00 PM
Location
Suspect Arrested in Fatal Tampa Shooting

The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office has arrested and charged a man in connection with a fatal shooting in Tampa.

On October 27, 2026, at 11:19 p.m., deputies responded to the 12000 block of Taliaferro Avenue after receiving reports of shots being fired. 

Upon arrival, deputies located Ronnie Sheppard, 29, suffering from upper body trauma. He was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced deceased.

Through investigative means, detectives learned that an argument between the two men escalated into the shooting.

Detectives identified the shooter as Nathan Campbell, 26. On October 28, 2026, detectives located Campbell at a residence in Gibsonton, where he was taken into custody.

"In less than 12 hours, a homicide suspect is off our streets," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. "This violent 10-time convicted felon can no longer victimize our community."

Campbell is facing the following charges: 

  • Murder in the Second Degree Firearm - Discharge
  • Felon in Possession Firearm 

Any additional information will come from the Public Affairs Office.

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