Lake City Man Arrested for 'Drive-By Style' Shooting

Police say the suspect pursued another vehicle before opening fire, leading to an attempted murder charge.

Apr. 9, 2026 at 1:49am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a metallic shell casing on a dark surface, capturing the texture and details of the object in a stark, investigative style.A spent shell casing from a 'drive-by style' shooting in Lake City serves as grim evidence of the gun violence plaguing some Florida communities.Lake City Today

The Lake City Police Department has arrested a 23-year-old man, Jamal Waters, for an alleged 'drive-by style' shooting that left one victim with gunshot wounds. According to police, Waters was driving a Ford Mustang and pursuing a Toyota Tundra when he opened fire, leading to a traffic crash and the victim seeking treatment at a nearby hospital.

Why it matters

This incident highlights the ongoing issue of gun violence and 'drive-by' style shootings in some Florida communities. While the motive is still under investigation, the arrest of the suspected shooter may help provide some closure for the victim and raise awareness about the dangers of this type of reckless criminal behavior.

The details

Police responded to a report of gunshots in the area of NW Bascom Norris Drive and NW Oakland Avenue, where they found shell casings and vehicle debris indicating a crash had occurred. They later learned a victim with gunshot wounds had arrived at a local hospital. Through their investigation, police determined Waters had been pursuing the driver of the Toyota Tundra in his Ford Mustang before opening fire in a 'drive-by style shooting'.

  • The incident occurred on Wednesday, April 2.
  • Police responded to the scene and made the arrest shortly after.

The players

Jamal Waters

A 23-year-old Lake City resident who was arrested and charged with attempted second-degree murder while armed with a firearm and possession of a firearm by a person under 24 with a prior qualifying delinquency.

Lake City Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the scene, investigated the incident, and made the arrest of the suspected shooter.

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What’s next

Police are continuing to investigate the motive behind the shooting. The suspect, Jamal Waters, is being held in custody pending trial.

The takeaway

This 'drive-by style' shooting highlights the ongoing problem of gun violence and the need for continued efforts to address the root causes and deter such reckless criminal behavior in Florida communities.