JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — On Thursday a man was rushed to a local hospital after being shot in the head.
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The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded at around 4 p.m. to the area of 5600 Barnhill Dr. for a reported shooting.
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Police said a man in his 40s suffered gunshot wounds to the head and stomach. He was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.
During its initial investigation, JSO determined that the victim was sitting in a parked vehicle. The suspect approached and fired a handgun several times, striking the victim.
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The suspect was said to have fled on foot but was apprehended nearby.
Detectives are on the scene canvassing for witnesses and video surveillance.
Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact the Sheriff’s office at 904-630-0500, email JSOCRIMETIPS@JAXSHERIFF.ORG, or call the Crime Stoppers hotline at 866-845-TIPS.
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