A shooting was reported at the Walmart in Central Florida. An update was issued after the deputy-involved shooting that killed one juvenile suspect by the Sheriff’s office.
Osceola County Sheriff’s Office confirmed deputies were on scene of a shooting that occurred inside the Walmart at 904 Cypress Parkway in Poinciana, which is near Kissimmee and relatively close to Walt Disney World.
This is an active and ongoing investigation, according to local law enforcement.
“We are asking the public to avoid the area to allow first responders to work safely and efficiently,” the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office posted. “Expect a heavy law enforcement presence and traffic delays.”
Stay tuned to OCSO official channels for upcoming updates, including this update:
An Osceola County Sheriff’s Office deputy was working an off-duty security detail at Walmart at 904 Cypress Parkway. OCSO stated that Walmart contracts deputies to enhance safety and security for customers.
At approximately 7:45pm, a Walmart loss prevention officer informed the deputy that three males had concealed merchandise and were approaching the exit without paying. When the deputy confronted them, they attempted to flee according to law enforcement.
OCSO said one suspect, armed with a handgun, moved toward other customers while evading the deputy. The deputy discharged his service weapon, striking the suspect, who was pronounced deceased at the scene.
Three armed bystanders informed the deputy they were prepared to assist as the other two suspects fled in an unknown direction.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has been notified and will conduct the investigation into the deputy-involved shooting. The deputy was not injured and has been placed on administrative leave, in accordance with standard procedure.
Anyone with information regarding the two outstanding suspects is encouraged to contact Crimeline at 800-423-TIPS (8477) or submit tips online. Tipsters may remain anonymous. Crimeline is offering up to a $5,000 reward for information leading to their identification and arrest.
There is no immediate threat to the community at this time according to local law enforcement. Deputies will continue to maintain a visible presence in the area of Central Florida where the shooting occurred.
NEW UPDATE: After further investigation into the Central Florida Walmart shooting, Osceola Sheriff’s Office detectives identified and accounted for the two male subjects who were with the deceased suspect at Walmart.
According to law enforcement, one is a juvenile, and one is an adult in his twenties. Because the FDLE is investigating this officer-involved shooting, the Osceola Sheriff’s Office will not be releasing any additional information regarding the shooting at this time – including the surveillance video from Walmart.
The suspect who was shot and killed is a juvenile. He turned 16 years old on December 30th, 2025, and lived in Poinciana, according to OCSO.
