You’ll want to know what happened the night a man in Brandon allegedly chased and shot at a door-to-door AT&T salesman after a confrontation in his neighborhood, and whether the suspect now faces serious charges. Law enforcement says the victim suffered multiple gunshot wounds and deputies arrested the suspect, who faces attempted murder and related charges.
The post breaks down how the confrontation unfolded at a townhome complex, what officials reported about the pursuit and shooting, and how investigators responded. It also looks at similar incidents and what they reveal about risks faced by solicitors and neighborhood safety.
Details of the Brandon Shooting Incident
A door-to-door AT&T sales team encountered a verbally aggressive resident in the Providence Townhomes complex, and the encounter escalated into a physical attack and multiple gunshots that left one salesman hospitalized. Hillsborough County deputies arrested the suspect at his home and charged him after investigators reviewed bodycam and doorbell footage.
Confrontation With the AT&T Sales Team
The two-person sales team was canvassing the Providence Townhomes neighborhood when the conflict began. Deputies say Reginald McGee became verbally aggressive toward the female team member, prompting the pair to walk away from him.
Video from a nearby doorbell camera captures raised voices and the start of the interaction. Hillsborough County deputies report the initial confrontation did not involve a weapon and appeared to be a heated exchange over the salesperson’s presence in the community.
Escalation to Physical Attack and Gunfire
According to investigators, McGee physically attacked the sales team as they tried to leave, then pulled a handgun from his waistband. He fired multiple rounds at the male door-to-door salesman as the salesman ran, continuing until he reportedly ran out of ammunition.
Neighbors’ doorbell footage and sheriff’s office body camera video show multiple gunshots and people screaming. The salesman suffered multiple gunshot wounds to his lower body and was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Arrest and Charges Against Reginald McGee
Hillsborough County deputies located McGee back at his residence after the shooting and took him into custody when he exited with a firearm. Deputies booked him on several charges including attempted second-degree murder, aggravated battery, and discharging a firearm on residential property.
Officials say investigators relied on the doorbell and body camera recordings when filing charges. McGee remains in custody while the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office continues its investigation into the incident.
Similar Incidents and Broader Context
This case reflects a pattern of confrontations that began as neighborhood disputes and escalated to gunfire, and it raises questions about when residents use firearms against visitors and how prosecutors charge those cases.
Port Charlotte Shooting by William Mark Williams
In Port Charlotte, William Mark Williams allegedly fired shots after a dispute with a man at or near a residence, touching on similar facts: a verbal altercation that turned violent and the use of a firearm in a populated area. Authorities booked Williams on charges including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and discharging a firearm in public, which are typical felony charges when gunfire threatens bystanders. Court records indicate investigators looked for witness statements and any video evidence to establish whether Williams acted in self-defense or initiated the attack. Prosecutors often weigh the defendant’s intent, whether the firearm was aimed at a person, and the danger posed to nearby residents when deciding charges and bail recommendations.
Legal Consequences for Using Firearms Against Solicitors
Florida law allows use of deadly force in some self-defense scenarios, but shooting at a door-to-door salesperson usually triggers serious felonies such as aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and discharging a firearm into a structure or public place. When a shooter is not under immediate threat, prosecutors can charge aggravated assault, which elevates penalties if a firearm was used. Discharging a firearm in public can bring additional counts even without an injury because it endangers others. Defendants who claim self-defense must show a reasonable belief of imminent harm; absence of that belief often leads to conviction. Victim and witness accounts, physical evidence, and any post-incident communications heavily influence charge severity and trial outcomes.
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