LAKELAND, Fla. – A 48-year-old man was shot and killed Thursday morning in Lakeland, police say.
The shooting occurred outside Wally’s Poolhall on East Main Street around 12:35 a.m. Thursday.
Police say, based on witness statements and evidence at the scene, there was an argument between two people outside of the business.
One person pulled out a handgun and shot the other, according to investigators. The victim then pulled out his own gun and returned fire, police say. It’s unclear whether the suspect was shot during the exchange of gunfire, according to police.
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The victim was identified as Steven Michael Magee. He died from his injuries at Lakeland Regional Health, police say.
It’s unclear if any arrests in this case have been made. Police are asking anyone with information to call 863-834-8981.