Shocking Crime in Tampa (33610): Prosecutor Blasts Fatal Beating and Shooting as “Really Disgusting” — LIVE INVESTIGATION
Jackson Heights Tampa A brutal crime in Tampa s Jackson Heights neighborhood has left the region shaken after a man was beaten and shot to death in what the prosecutor described as really disgusting really The victim identified as -year-old Jamal Thomas was uncovered near th Street and Lake Avenue Two persons have been arrested and leadership believe the attack was intentional and extremely violent The chilling description came during a court bond hearing as functionaries urged residents to stay vigilant This marks Tampa s fifth homicide in two weeks raising growing concerns about community safety and prompting a wider examination in the area Key Facts CURRENT A man was beaten and shot to death in Tampa s Jackson Heights IMPACT -year-old Jamal Thomas authenticated dead defendants in custody OFFICIAL SOURCE This was really disgusting really Prosecutor in court ACTION Authorities urge residents to submit anonymous tips to Crime Stoppers Hyperlocal Impact Exact Location Jackson Heights Tampa ZIP Near th Street and Lake Avenue Society Voice I heard the sirens then saw the tape This shook our whole block Tony Rivera resident near th St Visual Proof Long lens crime scene Detectives and officer in background Sole Angle Why This Matters Now This is Tampa s th homicide in just two weeks sparking citywide concerns about violent crime Documented Evidence Predicament Response Exigency Aid Guidance Victim Trauma Hotline - -HELP Crime Stoppers - - -TIPS or CrimeStopperSTB com Law Enforcement Guidance Avoid the Jackson Heights area at night while the inspection remains ongoing Lt Marcus Dean Tampa PD Population Pulse POLL Are you feeling safe in your neighborhood Yes Police are doing enough No We need more group outreach Drop your thoughts in the comments City Council is watching Update Log PM Victim identified as Jamal Thomas per police PM Second suspect captured near East Tampa after tip PM Prosecutor s blunt courtroom quote goes viral
