BEHIND THE STAR – TRUE CRIME: THE 2015 SPRING BREAK SHOOTING

In this special true crime episode of Behind the Star, the Bay County Sheriff’s Office takes a deep dive into the 2015 Spring Break shooting that captured nationwide attention and permanently changed Panama City Beach.

This incident marked a turning point for our community. What unfolded during Spring Break 2015 led to sweeping changes in how Spring Break is handled—bringing an end to Spring Break as we once knew it. In this episode, we walk through the events of that night, the investigation that followed, and the long-term impact on public safety and policing in Bay County.

This is more than a case recap—it’s a look at how one moment reshaped policy, enforcement, and our commitment to keeping this community safe.

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