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Young gunman on the run after shooting near Atlantic Boulevard, police say

Shooting on St. Johns Bluff (Kali9/Getty Images)

UPDATE | May 20 · 5:23 p.m.

Jacksonville, Fla. — A young gunman on the run and a man shot in the shoulder. It’s what the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said happened on St. Johns Bluff Road, near Atlantic Blvd. Thursday afternoon.

The suspect is young, police said between the ages of 14 and 19. He is described as having dreadlocks and was wearing a red shirt at the time of the shooting. The adult victim is recovering from non-life threatening injuries.

After the shooting JSO said the suspect was seen running south on St. Johns Bluff. K9′s searched the area but were unable to locate him.



ORIGINAL BREAKING STORY

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said a person has been shot on St. Johns Bluff Road, near Atlantic Blvd.

JSO said it will be holding a live news conference at 5:15. Tune into Action News Jax on CBS47/FOX30 for breaking details.

Samantha Mathers

Samantha Mathers, Action News Jax

Samantha Mathers is a digital reporter and content creator for Action News Jax.

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