Nancy Deatherage Schreiner was 44 when she was killed by gunfire on February 9, 2021, in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. She was found with a fatal gunshot wound to the chest near Marler Street and Shirley Drive at about 9:45 PM during a period when dozens of rounds were fired from multiple weapons; at least three vehicles and several homes were struck.

The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office identified Schreiner as the victim and opened an investigation. Authorities say no other people were reported injured in the incident. No arrests or publicly identified suspects have been announced and the Sheriff’s Office continues to seek information and gather evidence.

Schreiner’s death has deeply affected her family and the local community. If anyone has information about the shooting, please contact the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office.