Authorities are offering a renewed $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the person or people responsible for the 2022 fatal shooting of 19-year-old Jacob Matthew Taylor in Palmdale, California. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors renewed the reward on October 20, 2026, as investigators continue seeking answers in the unsolved case.
Taylor was killed in a drive-by shooting at Marie Kerr Park on November 1, 2022, after a fight broke out in the park’s west parking lot, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
What Happened in the Palmdale Shooting?
Deputies responded to Marie Kerr Park, located in the 39900 block of 30th Street West, at approximately 12:46 a.m. on November 1, 2022.
Investigators learned that a group of people had gathered in the west parking lot when a fight broke out. The altercation was quickly broken up, authorities said.
About 10 minutes later, several suspects arrived in a pickup truck and opened fire on the crowd, striking three people. The truck then fled northbound on 30th Street West, according to investigators.
When deputies arrived, they found Taylor unresponsive with gunshot wounds. He was transported to a hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Two teenage girls were also struck by gunfire. Both were hospitalized with injuries that were described as non-life-threatening at the time.
Investigators said the shooting did not appear to be gang-related.
Los Angeles County Renews $10,000 Reward
On October 20, 2026, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors renewed a $10,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of the suspect or suspects responsible for Taylor’s killing.
The reward had previously been offered in September 2023. The renewed offer is intended to encourage anyone with information about the shooting to contact investigators.
Los Angeles County Supervisor Kathryn Barger said Taylor’s family continues to wait for answers nearly four years after his death.
“Jacob was only 19 years old when his life was violently taken, leaving his parents, siblings and grandparents with broken hearts and suffering unimaginable loss,” Barger said. “Four years later, his family is still waiting for justice.”
Barger expressed hope that the renewed reward would encourage someone with information to come forward, adding that even a small detail could help investigators resolve the case and provide answers to Taylor’s loved ones.
Family Continues to Seek Justice for Jacob Taylor
Taylor’s parents, Monty and Jessica Taylor, described the lasting impact of losing their son at such a young age.
“Losing Jacob so early in his life is extremely painful for our family,” his parents said. “His two little sisters are broken-hearted. We loved him beyond words and we ache for him every day.”
The family also expressed gratitude for the renewed reward and appealed to members of the Antelope Valley community to help investigators identify those responsible.
“This isn’t only about justice for Jacob or helping us find closure,” his parents said. “This is also about preventing whoever is responsible from devastating another family.”
Taylor is survived by his mother, father, siblings and grandparents.
How to Provide Information About the Case
Investigators are asking anyone who witnessed the shooting or has information that could help identify the suspects to contact the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department.
Anyone with information can call Detective Michael Haggerty at 323-890-5500.
People who wish to remain anonymous can contact L.A. Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit a tip online at lacrimestoppers.org.
Authorities hope the renewed $10,000 reward will encourage witnesses or others with relevant information to come forward and help bring answers to Taylor’s family.
