Highland City Woman Arrested on Attempted Murder Charge After Stabbing
A Highland City woman, Tahler Weems, was arrested and charged with attempted second-degree murder after stabbing another person during an argument at a home near Banana Lake Road and Clubhouse Road in Polk County.
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, October 7, 2026 —
Tahler Weems, a resident of Highland City, has been arrested and charged with attempted second-degree murder following an incident involving a stabbing. The arrest occurred in connection with an argument that took place at a residence located near the intersection of Banana Lake Road and Clubhouse Road in Polk County.
According to initial reports, the alleged stabbing transpired during a dispute between Weems and another individual. Law enforcement officials responded to the scene where the altercation reportedly took place. The circumstances leading up to the argument and the specific details of the confrontation have not been fully disclosed.
Weems has been formally charged with attempted second-degree murder. The exact condition of the person who was stabbed, as well as their identity, has not been provided. The investigation into the incident is ongoing, with authorities working to gather all pertinent information regarding the events that led to the stabbing.
The location of the incident, a home in Polk County near Banana Lake Road and Clubhouse Road, was secured by law enforcement for investigative purposes. Further details regarding the timeline of the events, including the date of the arrest and the incident itself, were not immediately available.
The charge of attempted second-degree murder is a serious felony offense. Information regarding the legal proceedings that will follow Weems’ arrest, including potential court dates or bail information, was not provided in the initial summary of the incident.
Authorities in Polk County are continuing to investigate the case. The contractor’s name, the victim’s identity, and the specific nature of the argument remain undisclosed at this time. Information concerning any additional charges or the resolution of the legal proceedings is pending the outcome of the ongoing investigation.
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