DELTONA, Fla. – A 17-year-old was fatally shot during what might have been an attempted robbery, according to the Volusia Sheriff’s Office.
In a release, deputies said they responded to the 2000 block of El Campo Avenue in Deltona around 8:49 p.m.
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Upon arrival, deputies found the teen — identified as Brenden Watkins — with several gunshot wounds, and he ultimately died at the scene, deputies added.
“The initial findings indicate the shooting may have occurred during an attempted robbery,” the release reads. “No suspect is in custody at the time of this post.”
In the meantime, detectives said they’re actively looking for leads and gathering more information.
No additional details have been provided at this time.