A 67-year-old truck driver faces attempted murder charges after allegedly shooting a warehouse worker during a dispute over a delayed delivery in Orange County, Florida, leading to a multi-state manhunt that ended with his arrest in Georgia.
Workplace Dispute Turns Violent
David Crump arrived hours late for a scheduled delivery at a warehouse near Boice Pond Road in south Orange County on August 26. What began as an argument with a warehouse employee around noon quickly escalated into physical violence. According to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office arrest affidavit, witnesses observed the confrontation unfold in the parking lot as tensions between the two men reached a breaking point over the late arrival.
Video evidence captured at the scene allegedly shows Crump placing his hands around the victim’s neck while making a deadly threat. Witnesses reported seeing Crump holding a firearm during the heated exchange. The physical altercation intensified when Crump punched the warehouse worker, who responded by striking back. Crump then discharged his weapon, striking the victim once in the arm before fleeing the scene in his semi-truck.
GPS Tracking Leads to Arrest
After the shooting, Crump contacted the company he worked for as a third-party contractor. The company immediately activated GPS tracking on the vehicle, monitoring its movement northward through Jacksonville and into Georgia. Law enforcement issued a Be On the Lookout alert with vehicle details. A Glynn County Police Department officer located the semi-truck matching the description and took Crump into custody without incident. Authorities transported him back to Florida to face charges.
Legal Proceedings Underway
Crump appeared before a judge on Friday, September 8, where he faced formal charges of attempted second-degree murder with a firearm. The judge denied bond and appointed a public defender to represent the 67-year-old driver. Witnesses provided investigators with photographs and video documentation of the entire confrontation, strengthening the prosecution’s case. The victim sustained non-life-threatening injuries from the gunshot wound to his arm. Crump remains detained in the Orange County Jail awaiting his next court hearing scheduled for September 10, where prosecutors will outline their case against him.
Interstate Coordination Secures Arrest
The incident demonstrates effective law enforcement cooperation across state lines and the role of modern GPS technology in tracking suspects. The company’s swift action in monitoring the vehicle’s location proved crucial in preventing Crump from evading capture. Orange County investigators continue reviewing witness statements and video evidence as they build their case for trial.