OCOEE, Fla. — A routine police follow-up on a stolen vehicle report turned deadly Sunday morning when a woman allegedly drove the stolen car toward two Ocoee police officers, prompting one of them to open fire. The suspect, identified as 54-year-old Stacie Lynn Guerrero, later died from her injuries.
**Timeline of Events
Around 11:30 a.m. on August 10, officers from the Ocoee Police Department were investigating a stolen vehicle report near 301 West Road. The vehicle in question was spotted in the parking lot of a Publix supermarket at the intersection of West Road and Ocoee Apopka Road.
As the officers approached the vehicle, Guerrero reportedly accelerated toward them, striking both officers in the process. In response to the immediate threat, one officer discharged their firearm, hitting Guerrero.
**Medical Response and Outcome
Guerrero was rushed to AdventHealth hospital in critical condition. Despite medical efforts, she succumbed to her injuries later that day. Authorities confirmed that neither officer sustained serious injuries.
**Administrative Action and Investigation
In accordance with department policy, both officers involved have been placed on administrative leave with pay. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has launched an investigation into remains ongoing.
**Community Impact and Official Statements
The Ocoee Police Department has urged the public to refrain from speculation as investigators work to gather evidence and determine the full circumstances surrounding the shooting. No further details have been released at this time.
This incident has sparked renewed conversations around police use of force and the dangers officers face during routine operations. As the investigation unfolds, the community awaits clarity and accountability in the wake of this tragic event.