A man wanted by the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office for attempted murder in a shooting that left a man injured in Tampa has been arrested.
On November 5, 2026, just after midnight, deputies responded to the 4800 block of Claymore Drive following reports of a shooting.
Through their investigation, deputies learned the victim had been involved in a verbal altercation with an unidentified man in the parking lot. As the victim walked away, the suspect pulled out a firearm and fired two shots, striking the victim once in the leg.
The victim was transported to a local hospital in stable condition.
Through investigative efforts, detectives identified the suspect as De'Ronte Stephens, 19.
Detectives obtained an arrest warrant charging Stephens with:
- Attempted Murder in the Second Degree Firearm - Discharge
- Aggravated Battery Great Bodily Harm or Deadly Weapon Firearm - Discharge
- Discharge Firearm in Public or on Residential Property
On November 9, 2026, Stephens was arrested by the Tampa Police Department on an unrelated warrant for five counts of Violation of Probation stemming from a 2024 aggravated battery case involving a previous shooting.
"The diligent work by detectives in this case led to the arrest of a violent offender who is charged with attempted murder," said Sheriff Chad Chronister.
The investigation is ongoing, and the Public Affairs Office will provide any updates.
