Tamylon Williams, 28, of Tallahassee, Florida, has been sentenced to 96 months in federal prison after previously pleading guilty to possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Jason R. Coody, United States Attorney for the Northern District of Florida, announced the sentence.
“The investigation and prosecution of violent crime – in this case, a fatal, mass casualty shooting by an armed repeat offender – is central to our mission to protect the public,” said U.S. Attorney Coody. “This sentence illustrates our shared resolve to keep our communities safe and the significant consequences associated with such federal crimes of violence.”
On October 29, 2022, at approximately 11:48 p.m., Tallahassee Police Department (TPD) Officers responded to gunshots being fired from the area of Half Time Liquors at 2101 West Pensacola Street in Tallahassee, Florida. TPD found several people who were wounded during the incident and one individual who was killed by the gunfire.
“We are grateful that justice has prevailed, ensuring that Williams will be held accountable for his senseless actions and face the consequences,” said Tallahassee Police Chief Lawrence Revell. “Following this tragic shooting, TPD officers and detectives worked tirelessly to uncover the truth and provide closure for the victim’s families. Today, we find solace in knowing that our justice system stands firm in prosecuting those who seek to disrupt our safety and harm our community.”
Video evidence from Half Time Liquors was obtained, which shows Williams walking in the parking lot with the barrel of a rifle protruding out of the bottom of his jacket. Another video shows Williams taking a stance consistent with firing a gun.
Williams is later seen entering a vehicle and placing an AK-style rifle into the backseat. Officers located the vehicle at a gas station within a couple of hours of the shooting, and the rifle was recovered from the backseat. Williams had prior felony convictions prohibiting him from possessing the rifle.
Williams is still pending related charges in State Court for the 2nd Judicial Circuit, where he is presumed innocent.
Williams’ prison sentence will be followed by three years of supervised release.
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