On February 13th, 2025, at approximately 10:30 PM, Thomas Cook, a 55-year-old male, was discovered unresponsive in the roadway near the intersection of Stillman Street and Calvin Avenue in Zephyrhills, Florida. At the scene, law enforcement also located Cook's personal belongings, which included a blue motorized electric wheelchair scooter.
The Pasco Sheriff's Office has confirmed that Cook died as a result of a shooting. In an effort to generate leads in the investigation, Cook's family made the decision to waive their Marsy's Law protections, allowing law enforcement to release his identity to the public. This decision was made in hopes that releasing his information might help authorities gather crucial information about the circumstances surrounding his death.
As of the latest updates, no arrests have been made, and authorities have not released information about any potential suspects. The Pasco Sheriff's Office continues to actively investigate the fatal shooting. They are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward by contacting the Pasco Sheriff's Crime Tips Line at 1-800-706-2488, referencing case number 25005077, or by submitting anonymous tips through Crime Stoppers.
