Jacksonville police investigating 3 seperate shootings in 3 hours

JACKSONVILLE, Fla — Last night, August 26 at 10:46 p.m., the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded to the 1100 block of East 16th Street in reference to a man being shot.

The preliminary investigation revealed that the victim was walking down the street when he heard a single gunshot and was struck in his leg. The victim was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

At this time, JSO does not yet have any available suspect information.

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In reference to the second incident this morning, August 27 at 12:19 a.m., officers responded to the 1700 block of Leon Road in reference to a woman being shot.

JSO’s preliminary investigation revealed a domestic incident occurred that resulted in the suspect firing multiple shots into the residence. A woman was struck multiple times and transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

A person of interest has been established and this appears to be an isolated incident.

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In reference to the third incident, August 27 at 1:50 a.m., JSO officers responded to 10749 North Main Street, Bare Assets, in reference to a woman being shot.

The preliminary investigation revealed there was an altercation inside of the business which resulted in an unknown adult male suspect firing multiple shots at a vehicle. The woman was struck several times but was able to transport herself to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

JSO is unsure of what caused the altercation inside the business.

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Authorities are asking for anyone with information about any of the incidents to contact the Sheriff’s Office at 904-630-0500 or via email at jsocrimetips@jaxsheriff.org or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS.

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