As of mid-March 2026, Janard Dominic Childs remains at large and is the subject of an active manhunt by the Lakeland Police Department

An arrest warrant was issued for Childs, 34, following a fatal shooting on February 22, 2026, outside the Jade Fox Lounge on Lakeland Highlands Road. He is wanted on charges of Second-Degree Murder, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, and Tampering with Physical Evidence.

Incident Details

  • Location: Jade Fox Lounge (3010 Lakeland Highlands Road, Lakeland).
  • The Victim: Deandre “Dre” Montgomery Sr., 38, who was reportedly a long-time friend of the suspect.
  • The Event: Witnesses state that Childs initiated a verbal argument with Montgomery that escalated into a physical fight. Childs allegedly shot Montgomery multiple times before fleeing.
  • Escape Vehicle: He was last seen fleeing the scene in a white Lincoln SUV that was…

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