Repeat Offender Allegedly Attacks Teen in Violent Response to Prank

A man from Washington, with a history of four felony convictions, has found himself back in custody after allegedly shooting a teenager in the chest due to a neighborhood prank.

The incident occurred when a group of four teenagers drove through Tacoma on February 28, throwing water balloons from their car, according to a report by FOX 13.

One of the water balloons reportedly hit the vehicle belonging to 31-year-old Majeed Guerry, with water splashing inside through an open window, resulting in him getting wet.

In retaliation, Guerry allegedly pursued the teenagers down a dead-end road located near a dump site.

Majeed Guerry was seen in court during a hearing related to the shooting of the teenager in Tacoma, Washington, earlier this year. (FOX 13)

Once the group was cornered, Guerry is accused of unleashing a litany of violence against them in retaliation for throwing the water balloon. 

According to court documents obtained by FOX 13, Guerry allegedly pistol-whipped the teenager responsible for throwing the balloon. 

He then allegedly shot the same victim in the chest, the outlet reported.

Majeed Guerry, a four-time felon, allegedly chased a group of teenagers and shot one victim over a water balloon prank in Tacoma, Washington on Feb. 28, 2026. (FOX 13)

Immediately following the shooting, Guerry allegedly robbed the group of $100 in cash and fled the scene. 

Authorities were called to the area shortly after 9 p.m., where they found the four teenage boys inside the vehicle, noting one member of the group was suffering from a gunshot wound.

The victim was taken to a local hospital and is expected to survive. 

Before leaving the courtroom, Majeed Guerry reportedly addressed his supporters in the gallery, telling them, “Come get me,” as he was led out by deputies. (FOX 13)

After leaving the alleged shooting, police said Guerry drove to a local casino, according to FOX 13.

Investigators used a network of surveillance cameras to track Guerry’s movements leading up to and immediately after the alleged shooting to link him to the crime scene, the outlet reported. 

He was taken into custody on March 20, according to the Tacoma Police Department.

In court Monday, Guerry pleaded not guilty to attempted murder, assault, unlawful imprisonment and unlawful possession of a firearm charges. His bail was set at $150,000. 

Since Guerry is a felon with a criminal history of assaults and protection order violations, he is legally prohibited from owning a gun, according to FOX 13.

Before leaving the courtroom, Guerry reportedly addressed his supporters in the gallery, telling them, “Come get me,” as he was led out, the outlet reported.

Fox News Digital was unable to immediately locate an attorney representing Guerry. The Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.