Man dies after altercation leads to shooting at Lutz home HCSO

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In Lutz, Florida, a man died from a gunshot wound sustained during a verbal altercation on Sunday morning. Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office deputies responded to a residence on Helena Street, where they found the male victim shot in the upper body. He was rushed to the hospital but later died from his injuries. Investigators reported that the shooting followed a disagreement between the victim and another man, who is now in custody. Sheriff Chad Chronister condemned the violence, asserting that it will not be tolerated in the area.

"In the span of moments, a disagreement became deadly," he stated, emphasizing the need for clarity and truth. The sheriff's office is actively pursuing the investigation to ensure accountability. This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding gun violence in local communities.

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