For Immediate Release
January 12, 2026
Shooting Investigation 225 Burnette Avenue
FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. – On January 12, 2026, at approximately 10:05 am, the Fort Walton Beach Police Department received multiple calls regarding shots fired in the area of Lovejoy Road and Burnette Avenue. Okaloosa Academy Charter School was locked down within moments. In a joint effort between Okaloosa County Deputies and Fort Walton Beach Police Officers, the fleeing suspect was tracked and swiftly taken into custody without incident. There is no remaining threat to the public.
The Fort Walton Beach Police Department would like to extend its thanks to the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office for the teamwork displayed during this investigation.