Man in custody after deadly shooting in Tampa, police say

Tampa Bay, FLLocal News

A man is now in police custody following a tragic shooting incident in Tampa, Florida, that resulted in one fatality. The Tampa Police Department reported that the shooting took place shortly before 3:45 p. m. on Thursday at 1000 Century Park Drive. Emergency responders found the victim at the scene, who was pronounced dead shortly thereafter.

Authorities suspect that the shooter and the victim had prior knowledge of each other, although neither party has been named publicly. Investigators are diligently working to uncover the events that led to this violent encounter. The local community is left in shock as details remain scarce. No further information about the shooter or the victim has been released at this time, and police continue to seek answers. This incident underscores ongoing concerns regarding gun violence and safety in urban areas.

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