A fatal shooting outside Wally’s Poolhall in Lakeland on March 5, 2026, left 48-year-old regular Steven Michael Magee dead. According to witnesses, Magee and 34-year-old Kevin Lamont Reed Jr. had both been inside the pool hall but reportedly did not interact there. Shortly after midnight, Reed and two women went outside; Magee followed minutes later. A disagreement escalated in the parking lot. Witnesses say Magee backed away with his hands raised while Reed pushed him, then turned, drew a handgun and fired multiple rounds. Magee fell, drew his own weapon, and returned fire before collapsing on the sidewalk.

First responders found Magee unconscious and he died after being transported to Lakeland Regional Health. Investigators used witness statements and security footage from the business; detectives located and arrested Reed at his residence the same day. A handgun was found near Magee at the scene and another firearm recovered that investigators believe was used by Reed. Reed faces second-degree murder and tampering with physical evidence charges.

If anyone was near Wally’s Poolhall that night or has footage or information about the confrontation, please share what is known.