Jacksonville Police Fatally Shoot Man After Pursuit of Suspected Stolen Vehicle

Authorities say the man pulled a gun on officers during the chase in the Oceanway area.

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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Jacksonville police officers shot and killed a man late Tuesday night after he allegedly pulled a gun on them during a foot chase following a pursuit of a suspected stolen vehicle. The incident occurred in the Oceanway area of the city.

Why it matters

Officer-involved shootings are a sensitive and controversial issue, raising questions about use of force, police tactics, and public safety. This incident will likely prompt further scrutiny of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office's policies and procedures around vehicle pursuits and the use of deadly force.

The details

According to authorities, officers in unmarked vehicles spotted a suspected stolen car and attempted to pull it over, but the driver fled. Police later located the vehicle and the driver, who then exited the car and ran on foot through multiple yards. During the chase, officers deployed a Taser but it's unclear if it struck the suspect. At some point, the man allegedly pulled out a gun, prompting the officers to open fire and fatally shoot him.

  • The incident occurred around 11:15 p.m. on Tuesday, February 11, 2026.
  • Officers had previously encountered the same suspected stolen vehicle a couple of weeks ago.

The players

T.K. Waters

The Sheriff of Jacksonville, Florida.

Shawn Coarsey

The Undersheriff of the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.

M. Higginbothem

A Jacksonville police officer involved in the shooting.

Sgt. M. Howell

A Jacksonville police sergeant involved in the shooting.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident (San Francisco Chronicle)

What’s next

The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office will conduct a full investigation into the incident, and the officers involved will be placed on administrative leave pending the outcome.

The takeaway

This tragic incident highlights the complex and often dangerous situations police face when pursuing suspected criminals, and the difficult split-second decisions they must make regarding the use of force. It will likely reignite debates around police tactics, accountability, and the broader issue of public safety.