Texas Man Charged With Murder After Brake-Checking Tailgater Before Fatal Shooting in Frisco High School Parking Lot
FRISCO, TEXAS — A 45-year-old man is facing a murder charge after a suspected road rage confrontation turned deadly in the parking lot of Frisco High School, authorities confirmed Friday.
According to the Frisco Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire around 8:30 p.m. on October 9, directly across the street from the department’s headquarters. Upon arrival, officers found 34-year-old Robert Taylor lying face down with multiple gunshot wounds.
He was rushed to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Suspect Called 911 to Report Shooting
Police identified the shooter as Jason Bartik, who allegedly called 911 himself to report that he had been involved in a “road rage incident” that ended with shots fired.
According to the arrest affidavit, Bartik told investigators that Taylor had been tailgating him on the highway, prompting Bartik to brake-check the vehicle behind him.
Bartik claimed that he then exited the highway and pulled into the Frisco High School parking lot, where Taylor followed.
“Taylor approached Bartik’s driver’s side window, yelling,” the affidavit states. “Taylor then reached through the window and punched Bartik in the face.”
Police said Bartik then retrieved a handgun and fired at least two shots at Taylor, who fell to the ground and was later found by first responders.
Police Say No Students Were Involved
The shooting occurred while no students or school staff were on campus. The Frisco Police Department emphasized that the incident was unrelated to school activity.
Bartik was taken into custody at the scene without further incident and is currently being held at the Collin County Jail on a $750,000 bond.
“This is a senseless tragedy that unfolded just steps from our police station,” a department spokesperson said. “We’re grateful no additional bystanders were injured.”
Investigation and Legal Proceedings
Authorities said evidence, including dashcam footage, 911 recordings, and witness statements, will be key to determining whether the shooting was in self-defense or a criminal overreaction.
Bartik faces one count of murder under Texas Penal Code §19.02, which carries a possible sentence of up to life in prison.
Officials have not yet said whether prosecutors will pursue enhanced charges due to the shooting’s proximity to a school campus.
The Frisco community continues to grapple with the shocking act of violence that began as a routine highway dispute. For continuing coverage of this developing story and other Texas crime updates, visit ChicagoMusicGuide.com.