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16-year-old shot to death in Rockledge

Fatal shooting investigated on Ferndale Avenue

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ROCKLEDGE, Fla. – A 16-year-old was shot and killed Saturday in Rockledge, police said.

The fatal shooting was reported in the 800 block of Ferndale Avenue, off Fiske Boulevard, southwest of U.S. 1 and State Road 520.

Rockledge police said officers were called to a home and a teen victim was taken to Holmes Regional Medical Center and later died.

No other details about the victim, including their name and gender, have not been released.

The shooting, which police said is believed to be isolated, is under investigation.

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“Our thoughts are with the juvenile’s family,” police said in a statement.

Anyone has any information about the shooting is asked to call 321-690-3988.

This story will be updated when more information is released.

Correction:

The city initially reported that the victim's age was 17. We apologize for any confusion.


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