JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting on 1800 River Road.
When officers arrived they found a man suffering from an apparent gunshot wound.
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According to JSO, the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department arrived and transported the victim to a local hospital where tragically he was pronounced dead.
JSO says they are very early into the investigation but they do know there was an altercation at a residence between several people.
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At some point, an individual produced a firearm and the victim was shot.
Several people have been detained and have been transported to the Police Memorial Building to be interviewed.
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Detectives are also canvassing the area for video and other evidence.
JSO believes this was an isolated incident and there is no threat to the community.
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Police are asking anyone with information to reach out to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office by phone at 904-630-0500, by email at JSOcrimetips@jacksheriff.org, or via Crimestoppers at 866-845-TIPS.
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