Search underway for Apopka shooter accused of killing 26-year-old A person was shot along South Central Avenue Friday afternoon
Deputies on the scene of a shooting along South Central Avenue in Apopka. (Copyright 2020 by WKMG ClickOrlando - All rights reserved.)
APOPKA, Fla. – Sheriff’s deputies in Apopka are looking for a shooter accused of killing a 26-year-old.
Deputies were called to the 1000 block of South Central Ave. Friday around 1:23 p.m.
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A victim was found there and taken to an area hospital, but there was no sign of a suspect.
Deputies have not released any information about the shooter.
The victim was identified as 26-year-old Steven Jackson, who later died at the hospital.
This is a developing story. Check back for more information.
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