By Jack Nash
Okeechobee County Sheriff's Office
OKEECHOBEE -- On Feb. 6, 2026, deputies responded to the Douglas Park neighborhood following reports of a shooting. During the subsequent investigation, detectives with the Criminal Investigations Division determined that Terry Leon Taylor (a juvenile) knowingly discharged a firearm at two occupied vehicles containing juveniles.
Investigators also determined that Taylor attempted to falsely implicate an uninvolved juvenile in the incident.
Taylor was taken into custody on Feb. 11, 2026, and transported to the Department of Juvenile Justice.
Taylor has been charged with the following offenses:
• Three counts of Firing a Deadly Missile at a Dwelling or Conveyance,
• Six counts of Aggravated Assault with a Deadly Weapon
• Six counts of Child Abuse,
• One count of Reckless Endangerment,
• One count of Providing False Information to Law Enforcement.
This investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with additional information related to this case is encouraged to contact Detective S. Casian at 863-763-3117, extension 5104.
The Sheriff’s Office extends its appreciation to the parents and community members whose cooperation was instrumental in the successful progression of this case. Continued partnership with the community remains essential to reducing violence and maintaining safe neighborhoods.
