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NewsFOX 13 Tampa BayAugust 24, 2026Hillsborough

Manatee County Sheriff's Office arrests Quazone Taylor for attempted murder of teenager

Quazone Taylor, 34, was arrested and charged with attempted murder following the stabbing of a 15-year-old boy in the West Samoset neighborhood. The incident occurred on August 18, leading to a week-long search by deputies before the suspect was taken into custody.

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Why It Matters

A suspect in a violent crime involving a minor has been apprehended and is now in the custody of the Manatee County Jail, resolving an active manhunt in the West Samoset area.

Key Facts

  • Quazone Taylor, 34, was arrested and charged with attempted murder.
  • The victim is a 15-year-old boy who sustained serious, non-life-threatening injuries to his upper neck and body.
  • The incident occurred on August 18 shortly before 3 p.m. in the 600 block of 33rd Avenue Drive East.
  • The suspect fled the scene, triggering a search involving SWAT and drone teams.
  • The suspect was apprehended nearly one week after the initial incident.
  • The suspect was visiting the victim's home at the time of the attack.
  • The motive for the stabbing has not been disclosed by investigators.

Who's Mentioned

locationWest Samoset“Neighborhood where the stabbing occurred”personQuazone Taylor“Suspect arrested for attempted murder”location33rd Avenue Drive East“Street location of the incident”organizationManatee County Sheriff's Office“Law enforcement agency conducting the investigation and arrest”locationManatee County Jail“Facility where the suspect is being held”