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Man Shot in Leg During Dispute, Suspect Caught
28 Jun
Summary
- A man in his 20s was shot in the leg during a dispute.
- The suspect, known to the victim, fled but was apprehended.
- The incident is considered isolated with no further community threat.
A man in his 20s was shot in the leg on Saturday afternoon in Jacksonville and subsequently hospitalized. The incident occurred around 5:20 p.m. on Skyler Jean Drive. Officers found the victim suffering from a gunshot wound, and he was transported to a local hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening.
Preliminary investigations indicate the victim was engaged in a dispute with the suspect outside a residence when the shooting occurred. The suspect used a handgun, firing once before fleeing the scene. However, law enforcement successfully located and took the suspect into custody shortly after.
Authorities have stated that the suspect and victim knew each other, and the event is being treated as an isolated incident. There is no perceived ongoing threat to the community. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office is requesting public assistance and provides multiple contact methods for anyone with information.
