Crime
Suspect Joshua Voigt arrested after fatally shot his father and injured his mother on Highland Boulevard in Bartow
Records indicate that Joshua Voigt has a history of violent offenses.
UPDATE: Suspect Joseph Voigt, who shot and killed his father and shot his mother has been arrested by the Orlando Police Department and is in custody in Orange County. He has two charges as of now.
Bartow, FL – On Saturday, December 7, 2024, at approximately 11:18 p.m., first responders received a distressing 911 call reporting a gunshot victim with multiple wounds on Highland Boulevard. The caller, however, could not provide the precise location of the suspect.
Authorities later identified the suspect as Joshua Voigt, who allegedly fatally shot his father and critically injured his mother in a domestic incident.
Both victims were transported to Lakeland Regional Hospital for emergency medical care. Tragically, Voigt’s father succumbed to his injuries.
Records indicate that Joshua Voigt has a history of violent offenses.
On November 30, 2024, he was arrested for battery/assault but was released on bond.
Additionally, in October 2023, Voigt was arrested for firing a weapon in a residential neighborhood. He was also released on bond for that charge, which remains an active court case.
At 11:32 p.m., the suspect’s vehicle—a silver or gray Toyota Corolla with black rims and tinted windows—was spotted traveling northbound on Highway 17 near Lake Ship.
Responding to the developing situation, deputies from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, officers from the Winter Haven Police Department, and Polk County’s helicopter and K-9 units quickly initiated a search for the vehicle in the surrounding area.
Despite their efforts, the vehicle evaded detection in the Bartow area. However, at 12:24 a.m., the suspect’s car was reportedly seen near Orlando, prompting coordination with the Orlando Police Department to extend the search efforts.
Law enforcement officials are urging the public not to approach the suspect or the vehicle. Voigt is considered armed and dangerous.
Description of the Vehicle
- Make and Model: Toyota Corolla
- Color: Silver/Gray
- Distinguishing Features: Black rims and tinted windows
Authorities continue their search for the suspect, and updates will be provided as new information becomes available.
If you have information about Joshua Voigt’s whereabouts or spot the described vehicle, please contact law enforcement immediately. Dial 911 or reach out to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
The safety of the community remains the highest priority. Residents are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity promptly.
MT. JULIET, Tenn. — Authorities have identified two victims killed during an active shooter incident at Cedar Creek Marina in Mt. Juliet late Friday night.
The suspect, identified as Gary Haley, a convicted felon with an extensive criminal history, is deceased following an officer-involved shooting, officials confirmed.
Mount Juliet Police officers were dispatched at approximately 9:30 p.m. Friday to the Cedar Creek Marina, located in the 9000 block of Saundersville Road, after receiving reports of a man threatening another individual on the docks.
Due to the active shooter report, a shelter-in-place order was issued for the surrounding area as a precaution.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male suffering from a gunshot wound.
The victim was later identified as Robby Brogdon, who was transported to a local hospital for emergency medical treatment.
Despite life-saving efforts, Brogdon later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the suspected shooter had retreated to a boat within the marina and had barricaded himself inside.
The standoff continued for several hours as officers secured the scene and attempted to resolve the situation safely.
At approximately 1:00 a.m. Saturday, the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) reported that the suspect engaged responding officers and fired shots at them under circumstances that remain under investigation. Officers returned fire.
The suspect, Gary Haley, was later found deceased aboard the vessel.
During the course of the response, officers also discovered a second adult male victim, Nathan Jones, who had been shot by the suspect.
Jones was pronounced dead at the scene.
No law enforcement officers were injured during the incident.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has assumed responsibility for the investigation, which includes a homicide, an attempted homicide, and an officer-involved shooting.
TBI agents are actively conducting interviews, collecting evidence, and working to establish a comprehensive timeline of events.
Upon completion of the investigation, findings will be submitted to 15th Judicial District Attorney General Jason Lawson for review.
Authorities stated that additional information will be released as it becomes available.