On October 1, 2019, 80-year-old Peggy Schiering was shot and killed in her home in Fort Meade, Florida. Authorities described her death as the result of gun violence.

Police identified 30-year-old Taiwan Blandin of Wauchula as the primary suspect, saying his actions showed a total disregard for life. Blandin was later arrested in Atlanta on October 12, 2019; at the time of arrest he faced charges including carjacking and escape while investigators continued examining the violent spree that led to Ms. Schiering’s death.

The Fort Meade community held vigils to remember Ms. Schiering and honor her life. If anyone has information about events around October 1, 2019, or knew Peggy, please come forward and share what you know.