Gunman Arrested for Firing at Students Near High School

​The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man who fired a gun at students near a high school in Riverview, according to a press release sent out this morning.

On February 14, 2024, at 4 p.m., Jahfahree Edwards, 24, was seen on surveillance footage firing a gun at students after a fight had broken out down the street from Spoto High School.

After a thorough investigation, HCSO detectives located Edwards on February 29, 2024, staying with a family member in the 13000 block of Flame Wood Court in Tampa.

He was taken into custody without incident and is facing the following charges:

• Attempted Murder in the Second Degree Firearm x4
• Aggravated Assault with Intent to Commit a Felony with a Weapon x4
• Felon in Possession of a Firearm
• Throwing a Deadly Missile within or into a Vehicle
  
  

"I stand relieved knowing that this violent criminal is no longer a threat to our community," said Sheriff Chad Chronister, "While we're grateful that no one fell victim to his actions, let this serve as a reminder that there's no refuge for those who choose to cause chaos. Committing crimes like this will not go unpunished."
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This is an ongoing investigation, and the Public Affairs Office will release any further information.