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Instagram Meetup Turns Violent: Man Shot During Purchase
3 Jun
Summary
- Man shot twice after Instagram meeting for item purchase.
- Shooting occurred at Pine Hills apartment complex on Oriole Street.
- Suspect fled the scene in a dark-colored pickup truck.

A violent encounter unfolded at the Pine Hills apartment complex on Oriole Street when a man attempting to purchase an item met an individual from Instagram. The meeting quickly turned dangerous as the suspect revealed a firearm and discharged multiple shots, striking the victim in the back and right arm.
Following the shooting, the assailant fled the scene in a dark-colored pickup truck. The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office responded to the incident and is investigating it as an isolated event. Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the suspect or the incident to come forward.