On the evening of November 6, 2025, Troy Meeks, 37, of Ocala, was fatally shot after a confrontation with another driver on the 8200 block of Southwest 49th Avenue Road. Deputies had been responding to calls about a reckless driver traveling the wrong way when the two vehicles stopped and a verbal dispute escalated into a physical fight. Witnesses reported a rapid series of gunshots; Meeks was found mortally wounded at the scene.

The other driver remained at the scene, cooperated with deputies and was later brought in for questioning by the Major Crimes unit, then released pending further review. Authorities have said the incident is being investigated as a possible Stand Your Ground case under Florida law and that the Fifth Judicial Circuit State Attorney’s Office is involved; no charging decision has been announced and the shooter’s name has not been released.

Family and friends describe Meeks as an electrician who loved fishing and was devoted to mentoring others and to his two young children. A GoFundMe and an online memorial say his family is struggling with the sudden loss. Does anyone who was in the area that night or who knew Troy have information that could help clarify what happened?