St. Petersburg Man Arrested After Shooting Two Teens
A 26-year-old suspect faces attempted murder charges following a shooting incident at a home.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Violence
Police have arrested 26-year-old Eldon Louis Fowler Jr. in connection with a shooting that left two teenagers injured in St. Petersburg. The suspect is now in custody facing multiple felony charges.
Why it matters
The investigation highlights an escalation in violence after a group gathered for a fight at a residential property. Law enforcement utilized video evidence and witness testimony to secure an arrest warrant.
Eldon Louis Fowler Jr. is held on a $1 million bond after being booked into the Pinellas County Jail on two counts of attempted second-degree murder. The legal process is ongoing following the issuance of an arrest warrant on September 18.
The players
Eldon Louis Fowler Jr.
He is the 26-year-old suspect charged with two counts of attempted second-degree murder.
Corvantae McCants
The 14-year-old victim suffered a gunshot wound to his right hand.
Ja'Nard McKinney
The 19-year-old victim sustained gunshot wounds to his abdomen and right forearm.
The details
Investigators recovered five .380-caliber cartridge casings at the scene located at 1659 13th Street South. A neighbor captured the shooting on video as a vehicle departed the area, and a witness later identified Fowler in a photo lineup.
Timeline
August 26, 2026: The shooting incident occurred at the 13th Street South residence.
September 18, 2026: A judge issued an arrest warrant for Eldon Louis Fowler Jr.
September 23, 2026: The suspect was booked into the Pinellas County Jail at 2:11 p.m.
Legal Context
This case follows a pattern set by the 2026 St. Petersburg violent crime statutes regarding the prosecution of attempted murder. Local authorities continue to track violent incidents as part of ongoing efforts to manage city-wide public safety and crime rates.
Residents in the area near 13th Street South may notice continued police presence as the investigation into the shooting scene concludes. The arrest serves as a reminder for neighbors to report suspicious activity to help law enforcement maintain community safety.
The takeaway
Maintaining awareness of local public safety notices can help residents stay informed during active investigations. Reporting witness accounts or video evidence to local authorities remains a critical factor in the swift resolution of serious criminal cases.
Further reading
For more on public safety in the region, see Violence.
Source note: This article includes information reported by IONTB.
