Suspect found in Jamaica, arrested 4 months after deadly Tampa shooting: HCSO

TAMPA, Fla. – A man accused of shooting and killing a 24-year-old man Tampa in June was arrested Friday after he was found in Jamaica, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.

Officials say deputies responded to a shooting near the intersection of Regents Park Dr. and Bruce B Downs Blvd on June 17, 2024, just before 3 p.m.

Kyle Prisco, 24, was found with multiple gunshot wounds and was pronounced dead at the scene, according to HCSO. Investigators identified Forrest Jackson, 34, as the shooter and say Terrance Robinson, 34, assisted in the murder.

According to deputies, Robinson was arrested in Ohio on July 3 and Jackson was later found in Jamaica, deported to the US and taken into custody on October 25.

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“Thanks to the tireless efforts of our detectives, we took a crucial step toward justice by arresting this second suspect,” said Sheriff Chad Chronister. “This result was made possible by the dedication of our team and the strong partnership with the United States Marshals Service, the Border Patrol and the Miami-Dade Police Department. Together, we are committed to protecting our communities and supporting those in need.”

The investigation is ongoing.

The sheriff’s office has not released Forrest Jackson’s photo.

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