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JSO: Man in hospital after shooting in Biltmore neighborhood

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office reported that a young man is suffering from life-threatening injuries after a Friday morning shooting on Shannon Avenue.

At around 4:15 a.m., officers responded to the location and located a man in his mid-20s with a gunshot wound. The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department responded and transported the victim to a hospital for treatment.

The Violent Crimes Unit is at the scene conducting an investigation. Detectives learned that the victim knocked on a neighbor’s door asking for help. However, detectives are still working to determine if the shooting occurred in front of the residence and learn suspect information.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call JSO at 904-630-0500. Anyone wishing to remain anonymous can call Crime Stoppers at 866-845-TIPS.

Action News Jax will continue to follow the story and update you as events unfold.

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