Tony Manning, a 36-year-old Black man, was a resident of Marianna, Florida. His life was cut short in a violent encounter on the afternoon of July 6, 2023.
The shooting happened around 1:20 p.m. on Harley Drive. According to the Marianna Police Department, Manning was outside his home when a car pulled up. Several people got out of the vehicle and an altercation began. One of the individuals was armed with a gun and started shooting at Manning.
Manning tried to run for his life as the armed suspect followed, continuing to fire. He was struck several times before he managed to reach a neighboring home, where he collapsed.
Emergency medical services arrived and transported Manning to Jackson Hospital, but he later died from his injuries.
The Marianna Police Department launched a homicide investigation, with investigators working to collect evidence and conduct interviews. Police announced that suspects in the shooting had been identified, but no one was in custody.
As of July 2023, the investigation remains active and ongoing. The case is unsolved. Anyone with information is urged to contact the Marianna Police Department at (850) 526-3125 or to submit an anonymous tip to Chipola Crimestoppers at (850) 526-5000.
