Man Charged With Murder In Fatal Tampa Shooting

Authorities say the incident stemmed from a disagreement between the two men.

Published on Feb. 4, 2026

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The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office has charged 44-year-old Maurice Blackmon with second-degree murder in the fatal shooting of 34-year-old Corey Brown on Monday in Tampa. The shooting occurred on North Nebraska Avenue and 129th Avenue after an argument between the two men.

Why it matters

Violent crime, especially gun violence, is an ongoing concern in the Tampa area. This incident highlights the need for better conflict resolution and de-escalation strategies to prevent such tragedies from occurring.

The details

According to the sheriff's office, Blackmon was arrested just before 6:30 p.m. on Monday in connection with Brown's death. Authorities say the two men were involved in a disagreement that led to the fatal shooting.

  • The incident occurred on Monday on North Nebraska Avenue and 129th Avenue in Tampa.
  • Blackmon was arrested just before 6:30 p.m. on the same day as the shooting.

The players

Maurice Blackmon

A 44-year-old man charged with second-degree murder in the fatal shooting of Corey Brown.

Corey Brown

A 34-year-old man who was fatally shot by Maurice Blackmon after a disagreement.

Chad Chronister

The Hillsborough County Sheriff who commented on the incident.

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What they’re saying

“No disagreement should ever lead to violence and the loss of life.”

— Chad Chronister, Hillsborough County Sheriff (patch.com)

What’s next

The judge will decide on Blackmon's bail at a hearing later this week.

The takeaway

This tragic incident underscores the need for better conflict resolution and de-escalation training to prevent senseless acts of violence in the Tampa community.