2 found dead in apparent murder-suicide at Orange County resort on International Drive
A woman in her 50s and a man in his 60s were pronounced dead Saturday morning after being found by deputies responding to a shooting call at a resort on International Drive, according to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office.
Osceola deputies investigating double shooting, 1 person killed
Police officer killed, another hurt in shootout on Arizona reservation; suspect also dead Stock photo of crime scene tape. (Kali9/Getty Images)OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — Deputies in Osceola County are investigating a double shooting on Friday night that left one person dead. Deputies responded to a “shots fired” call and when they arrived, they found one person dead from a gunshot wound. Read: 3 dead, 11 injured after shooting in PhiladelphiaDeputies said this appears to be an isolated incident. Read: Trial for woman accused of killing her husband set to begin MondayIf you have any information on this shooting, contact the Osceola County Sheriff’s Office at (407) 348-2222.
wftv.comPolice: Multiple victims in Wisconsin cemetery shooting
Police say a shooting at a cemetery south of Milwaukee Thursday afternoon resulted in multiple victims. Racine police said on social media that numerous shots were fired about 2:30 p.m. at Graceland Cemetery in Racine, about 30 miles (48 kilometers) south of Milwaukee. Ascension All Saints Hospital, which is next to the cemetery, said it is treating an undisclosed number of victims from the shooting.
news.yahoo.comBREAKING NEWS: Orlando police respond to officer-involved shooting near Mall at Millenia
ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando police said an officer-involved shooting occurred Saturday night. READ: $5K reward offered to help deputies find gunman who killed man near ApopkaPolice said the shooting happed near the Mall at Millenia on Millenia Boulevard and Conroy Road. READ: 19-year-old ‘career felon’ arrested after armed robbery at Flagler gym, deputies sayRoads in the area are shut down and drivers are asked to use alternative routes. WATCH: 10 homes damaged, 5 destroyed by wildfire in Brevard CountyChannel 9 has a crew working to gather more details and will have continuing coverage on Eyewitness News. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV.
wftv.comFormer Florida law enforcement agent discusses response to school shootings
Following the shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas that left 19 students and two adults dead, News 6 reached out to a professor at Florida Gulf Coast University for information on how law enforcement might handle a school shooting.
Florida man who fatally shot coworker in ‘love triangle’ found guilty, given life sentence
A former Volusia County employee who fatally shot his coworker “point blank” over the victim’s alleged affair with his wife was found guilty of first-degree murder on Thursday, sentenced to life in prison, court records show.
Man shot, killed by deputies in Target parking lot
OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — A man is dead after a deputy-involved shooting outside of Target. The shooting happened in the parking lot of the Target on U.S. 192 near Vineland Road in Osceola County. Video from around 8 p.m. Wednesday showed an extremely busy scene in the parking lot. READ: 1 dead in shooting involving 2 deputies in Kissimmee, sheriff’s office saysExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 13 Man shot, killed by deputies in Target parking lot (WFTV.com News Staff)The Osceola County Sheriff’s Office said two deputies were involved in the shooting and a suspect is dead. Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez said his deputies are “fine” this morning.
wftv.com1 dead in shooting involving 2 deputies in Kissimmee, sheriff’s office says
OSCEOLA COUNTY, Fla. — One man is dead following a deputy-involved shooting in Kissimmee, officials said. It happened Wednesday evening near the Target in the 4700 block of West Irlo Bronson Memorial Highway. READ: ‘A wrong has been done’: Man freed after serving 30 years for murder could be sent back to jailThe shooting involved two deputies. — Nick Papantonis WFTV (@NPapantonisWFTV) April 28, 2022READ: Kissimmee police officer fired, accused of threatening to kill fellow officerThe investigation is being turned over to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement. Channel 9 reporter Nick Papantonis is on the scene trying to gather more details.
wftv.comDeputy-involved shooting under investigation in Lake County
LAKE COUNTY, Fla. — Officials are investigating a deputy involved shooting that happened Monday afternoon in Leesburg. Lake County Sheriff’s Office deputies spotted a vehicle after a stolen credit card was used at the Leesburg Walmart and attempted a traffic stop when the vehicle fled, according to a news release. At some point during the pursuit, the deputy got out of his car and reportedly fired shots at the suspect vehicle as it drove toward him, the news release states. Two of the suspects were transported to the hospital with injuries that appear to be non-life-threatening. READ: Tyre Sampson wrongful death suit filed, claims Icon Park should have known ride was unsafePer standard procedure, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement will investigate the shooting.
wftv.comShooting at downtown UCF campus after shooter follows victims from bar, police say
ORLANDO, Fla. — The University of Central Florida police confirmed that Orlando police are investigating a shooting that happened near the Subway on Livingston Street and North Magnolia Avenue. UCF police tweeted that around 1:40 a.m. three people reported that a man shot at them outside of UnionWest at the UCF downtown campus. The victims told police earlier in the night the group got into an altercation with the shooter at the Knight Library near UCF’s main campus and the individual stated he would shoot them. The victims told police that they believe the shooter followed them to UnionWest. Read: Troopers investigate deadly crash at Orange County intersectionNo one was injured in the shooting, police said.
wftv.com2 minors dead, 9 wounded in shooting at Pittsburgh party
PITTSBURGH — (AP) — Two minors were dead and at least nine more people were wounded in a shooting at a house party in Pittsburgh early Sunday morning, police said. The shooting happened around 12:30 a.m. during a party at a short-term rental property where there were more than 200 people inside — many of them underage, Pittsburgh police said in a news release. At least 11 people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds, including the two male victims who died at the hospital, police said. Police said as many as 50 rounds were fired inside and several more were fired outside. Shell casings from rifles and pistols were found at the scene, a Pittsburgh police commander told WTAE-TV.
wftv.com2 minors dead, 9 wounded in shooting at Pittsburgh party
PITTSBURGH — (AP) — Two minors were dead and at least nine more people were wounded in a shooting at a house party in Pittsburgh early Sunday morning, police said. The shooting happened around 12:30 a.m. during a party at a short-term rental property where there were more than 200 people inside — many of them underage, Pittsburgh police said in a news release. At least 11 people were hospitalized with gunshot wounds, including the two male victims who died at the hospital, police said. Police said as many as 50 rounds were fired inside and several more were fired outside. Shell casings from rifles and pistols were found at the scene, a Pittsburgh police commander told WTAE-TV.
wftv.comCentral Florida man injured during drive-by shooting in Orlando, police say
ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando police are investigating a drive-by shooting that injured a Central Florida man on Saturday morning. Police responded to a call of a shooting on West Colonial Drive between Westmoreland Drive and North Parramore Avenue at 8:45 a.m. The victim told police he was shot by people in a car near the intersection of North Westmoreland Drive and Concord Street. Read: Two teenage girls shot in drive-by shooting Saturday night, police sayThe victim was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Read: Central Florida man shot and killed in residential neighborhood, deputies sayPolice have not released any suspect information at this time.
wftv.comTwo teenage girls shot in drive-by shooting Saturday night, police say
ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando police are investigating a drive-by shooting that injured two teenagers on Saturday night. The shooting happened at 9:28 p.m. on the corner of South Fanfair Avenue and Gilman Circle. A 13-year-old girl and a 14-year-old girl were hit and suffered non-life-threatening injuries. Read: 2 men shot after community event at park in Orange CountyThe Orlando Fire Department transported the two teens to Arnold Palmer Hospital. Read: Teen arrested in shooting of family member, deputies sayPolice have not released any suspect information at this time.
wftv.comMan shot near Mall at Millenia after fight involving a woman, police say
ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando police are investigating a shooting that happened at 12:16 a.m. on Saturday. The shooting happened on Gardens Park Drive just off Millenia Boulevard near the Mall at Millenia. According to police, two men were involved in a fight with a woman present. One of the men pulled out a gun and shot the other man in the hand. Read: Orange County deputies investigate 2 shootings overnight, within blocks of each otherPolice are investigating to determine if any charges will be filed.
wftv.com18-year-old arrested after fight ends in shooting, deputies say
Off-duty Texas deputy shot, killed in grocery store parking lot, officials say Stock photo of crime scene tape. (Kali9/Getty Images)ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Orange County sheriff deputies made an arrest on Monday following a deadly shooting that happened at an apartment complex on Saturday. The shooting happened Saturday at 4:46 p.m. at the Pointe Vista Apartments on the 5400 block on Pointe Vista Circle. Read: 1 man shot and killed following a fight in Orange County, deputies sayThe victim was pronounced dead at the scene by Orange County Fire Rescue. On Monday, deputies arrested 18-year-old Jaheim Lord in connection to the deadly shooting.
wftv.comOrlando police investigate a Sunday shooting that ended in car chase
ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando police are investigating a shooting that ended in vehicle pursuit on Sunday. According to police, the shooting took place near the 6900 block of Kindspointe Parkway. One of the cars involved in the shooting was seen by an OPD officer fleeing the area. Police said there was a pursuit that passed through the International Drive and Interstate 4 area that ended at Dr. Phillips hospital at 9401 Turkey Lake Road. Police said they are investigating that the Kingspointe Parkway shooting is connected to a reported shooting at Kirkman Road and International Drive.
wftv.com1 man shot and killed following a fight in Orange County, deputies say
15-year-old killed in Pittsburgh shooting Authorities are investigating a shooting outside Oliver Citywide Academy in Pittsburgh that left a 15-year-old boy dead on Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022. (MattGush/Getty Images/iStockphoto, File)ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Deputies are investigating a deadly shooting that happened on Saturday in Orange County. The shooting happened at 4:46 p.m. at the Pointe Vista Apartments on the 5400 block on Pointe Vista Circle. Witnesses told deputies that the shooting occurred after two men were engaged in a physical altercation. Read: ‘Just horrific’: 6 dead, 9 injured in Sacramento shooting, police sayThe victim was pronounced dead at the scene by Orange County Fire Rescue.
wftv.com1 adult, 1 juvenile shot in drive-by shooting at Orlando restaurant
ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando police are investigating a Saturday night shooting that left one adult male and one juvenile male with non-life-threatening injuries. The shooting happened at 11:58 p.m. on the 2200 block of South Kirkman Road at The Juicy Crab Restaurant. Witnesses told police that someone drove by the restaurant as three people were entering the business and started shooting in their direction. Read: ‘Just horrific’: 6 dead, 9 injured in Sacramento shooting, police sayPolice have not released any details on the shooter, or the vehicle involved. Read: 2 struck by lightning while leaving Yankees spring training game in Tampa, police sayChannel 9 will bring you updates as they become available.
wftv.comMiddle school student arrested after making threats on social media
One injured in shooting in Ocala Ocala police are investigating a shooting that sent one person the hospital Friday evening.
OCALA, Fla. — A 12-year-old Marion County middle school student was arrested after making threats to conduct a shooting on social media.
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Drive-by shooting under investigation in Titusville
TITUSVILLE , Fla. — Titusville police detectives are investigating a drive-by shooting that happened Friday afternoon. It happened around 2:45 p.m. Officers responded to reports of shots fired near Hopkins Avenue and Roosevelt Street. The victim was located near the shooting crime scene with an apparent gunshot wound and transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. READ: Orlando police released video of confrontation with man who died in their custodyThe incident was not random, according to preliminary evidence. The investigation is ongoing and more details will be released later, police said.
wftv.com7 people shot, 1 fatally, at Las Vegas apartment complex
Apartment Complex Shooting Vegas Las Vegas police investigate a shooting in the area of University Center Drive and Flamingo Road on Friday, March 4, 2022, in Las Vegas. (David Wilson/Las Vegas Review-Journal via AP) (David Wilson)LAS VEGAS — (AP) — Seven people were shot, one fatally, at a Las Vegas apartment complex and two of the people who were wounded suffered injuries described as critical, police said Friday. Police investigators at the scene near the University of Nevada, Las Vegas campus were looking for surveillance video as they tried to determine more about the circumstances of the shooting. The shooting came less than a week after a shooting at a Las Vegas hookah bar killed one person and wounded 13. That shooting last Saturday was described as an exchange of gunfire involving people at a private party.
wftv.com2 men killed after shooting at apartment complex in Port Orange, police say
2 men killed after shooting at apartment complex in Port Orange, police sayPORT ORANGE, Fla. — Police in Port Orange are investigating a shooting that left two men dead Saturday morning. READ: Cellphone video shows Texas boy begging for bread, water before starvation deathOfficers said the shooting happened around 7:52 a.m. at the Sunrise Pointe Apartments on Richel Drive. When officers arrived, they found two men with gunshot wounds in the parking lot. READ: Saturday marks 10 years since Trayvon Martin’s deathOfficers said the investigation into the shooting is active and ongoing. Anyone who has information on the shooting is asked to contact Port Orange Police Detective Benezette at 386-506-5893.
wftv.com1 dead, 5 injured after shooting at Portland park
Portland shooting: Neighbors watch as Portland police investigate a shooting that took place at Normandale Park on Saturday night. ( Nathan Howard/Getty Images)PORTLAND, Ore. — One person was killed and five others were injured Saturday during a shooting incident in Portland, Oregon, authorities said. The shooting occurred near a park in Portland that has been the site for several protests in recent years against police killings, The New York Times reported. The protest was planned to begin at about the time the shooting occurred, but it is unclear whether they were related, the television station reported. Police in Portland have acknowledged using force more than 6,000 times during protests in 2020, the Times reported.
wftv.comKissimmee police investigating deadly shooting
KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Kissimmee police are investigating a deadly shooting Tuesday evening. Officers said one person is dead following a shooting in the area of Buenaventura Boulevard and Simpson Road. Police said there is no threat to the public, but the investigation remains active. Channel 9 has a crew on the way to the scene to gather additional information. READ: Girl missing since 2019 found aliveClick here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
wftv.comOrlando man found shot in driveway, dies at hospital, police say
ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened early Saturday morning. Police responded to a call of gunshots heard in the area of Sunset Drive and Herold Drive around 2:25 a.m. According to police, an adult man was found in the driveway of the 400 block of Sunset Drive with a gunshot wound. The victim was transported to the hospital, where he was later pronounced dead. Read: 14-year-old arrested after 17-year-old shot and killed on bike trail in Titusville, police sayThis is an active investigation.
wftv.comOfficer-involved shooting under investigation in Daytona Beach
Daytona Beach police Daytona Beach police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that happened Wednesday evening. DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Daytona Beach police are investigating an officer-involved shooting that happened Wednesday evening. READ: Police: Florida couple kept adopted son in 8-by-8-foot garage enclosure for yearsWe will have more details soon about an officer-involved shooting this evening near the Beville Road/U.S. — Daytona Beach Police (@DaytonaBchPD) February 10, 2022The shooting happened near the Beville Road and U.S. 1 intersection. POLL: ‘Don’t Say Gay’ bill could ban talk of sexual orientation, gender identity in Florida schoolsChannel 9 has a crew heading to the scene.
wftv.comTeen arrested in murder probe that led to fatal SWAT raid
Police Shooting Minneapolis Police investigate a shooting in Minneapolis, Minn., on Wednesday, Feb. 2, 2022. A Minneapolis police officer fatally shot a male Wednesday who authorities say had a loaded gun in his hand. The teen was arrested Monday afternoon in the southeastern Minnesota city of Winona, the St. Paul Police Department said Tuesday on Twitter. Hundreds of people turned out for a rally Saturday in downtown Minneapolis and students in area high schools were planning a walkout Tuesday. St. Paul police said the warrants that led to the search of the downtown Minneapolis apartment will likely be unsealed after charges are filed.
wftv.comOrlando police search for shooter in overnight shooting
15-year-old killed in Pittsburgh shooting Authorities are investigating a shooting outside Oliver Citywide Academy in Pittsburgh that left a 15-year-old boy dead on Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022. (MattGush/Getty Images/iStockphoto, File)ORLANDO, Fla. — Police are investigating an overnight shooting at an Orlando nightclub. Orlando police said the shooting happened around 3 a.m. at the Majestic Event Center on John Young Parkway just north of Colonial Drive. Read: Scattered showers possible on Sunday, dry air moves in overnightThis is an active investigation. Read: Late night party turns deadly; Central Florida teen shot and killed, deputies sayChannel 9 will bring you the latest information as it becomes available.
wftv.com15-year-old boy identified as student killed outside Pittsburgh school
15-year-old killed in Pittsburgh shooting Authorities are investigating a shooting outside Oliver Citywide Academy in Pittsburgh that left a 15-year-old boy dead on Wednesday, Jan. 19, 2022. (MattGush/Getty Images/iStockphoto, File)PITTSBURGH — Authorities on Thursday identified the 15-year-old boy killed one day earlier in a shooting outside Pittsburgh’s Oliver Citywide Academy, according to WPXI. He died after being shot in the chest while sitting inside a school transport van outside school on Wednesday afternoon. >> Related: Student dies after being shot outside Pittsburgh school; 2 soughtInterim Pittsburgh Public Schools superintendent Wayne Walters said Wednesday that Marquis was well-liked by students and school staff members, according to WPXI. He was shot and killed in his school van yesterday.
wftv.com20-year-old shot in drive-by shooting in Central Florida
TAVARES, Fla. — Tavares police are investigating a drive-by shooting that injured a 20-year-old man on Saturday. According to police, the shooting happened outside the victim’s residence on West Maud Street. The victim, Joshua Williams II, was transported to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. The vehicle and suspect description will be released once more information is received, police said. Read: Fight leads to deadly shooting in Titusville, police sayAccording to a news release, the motive and intent are currently being investigated by detectives.
wftv.comTeen shot and killed in Orange County, deputies say
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — An investigation is underway in Orange County following a deadly shooting on Friday night. The shooting happened at the Castilian Apartments on the 1600 block of Holden Avenue, deputies said. Deputies responded to call at the apartment complex at 11:10 p.m. in reference to a shooting. When deputies arrived, they found an 18-year-old woman with a gunshot wound. Read: Mostly sunny skies this weekend, cold front moving inThe woman was transported to the hospital, where she later died of her injuries.
wftv.comWoman dies after she was shot inside a home in Ponce Inlet, police say
Woman dies after she was shot inside a home in Ponce Inlet, police sayVOLUSIA COUNTY, Fla. — Ponce Inlet police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened Thursday morning. First responders arrived at the home and found a woman who was shot. Police said an investigation by the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office and state attorney’s office is underway. READ: Coronavirus: Thousands held on cruise ship after COVID-19 scareThe identity of the woman was not released by law enforcement. Channel 9 will continue to follow this deadly shooting and provide updates on Eyewitness News.
wftv.comMother grieves over teen daughter dying in her arms after LAPD fired at suspect
Through a translator, Soledad Peralta, the mother of 14-year-old Valentina Orellana-Peralta, who was shot and killed by a Los Angeles police officer as he fired at a suspect in a store last week, said that losing her daughter in her arms is one of the “most profound pains any human being can imagine.”
news.yahoo.comBREAKING NEWS: Deputy-involved shooting reported in Orange County
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — A deputy-involved shooting occurred Sunday in Orange County. READ: Florida job growth will outpace nation next year, report showsThe shooting occurred near Pine Hills and Silver Star roads. Orange County Sheriff John Mina will hold a news conference at around 7:45 p.m.READ: COVID-19 tests popular on Christmas as Florida hits new virus recordNo other details were released. READ: No winner: Powerball jackpot jumps to $416 millionChannel 9 has a crew headed to the scene and will have continuing coverage on Eyewitness News. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, and click here to watch the latest news on your Smart TV.
wftv.com3-year-old injured in accidental shooting on Christmas Day, reports say
Toddler injured in accidental shooting Authorities in Henderson County, N.C., are investigating an apparently accidental shooting that left a 3-year-old injured on Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021. (MattGush/Getty Images/iStockphoto, File)HENDERSON COUNTY, N.C. — Authorities are investigating an accidental shooting on Christmas Day that left a 3-year-old hospitalized, according to multiple reports. >> Read more trending newsOfficials with the Henderson County Sheriff’s Office told WSPA-TV they responded around 2:25 p.m. to a report that a toddler had accidentally shot him or herself after getting access to a gun. It was not immediately clear how the child got the weapon. Sheriff’s office spokesperson Johnny Duncan told CNN that the 3-year-old was undergoing medical treatment Sunday after being airlifted to Mission Hospital.
wftv.comYoung child among 3 people injured in shooting on Christmas Eve, Orange County deputies say
ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. — Orange County deputies are investigating a Christmas Eve shooting in which three people were injured, including a young child. Deputies were called to the 9600 block of 5th Avenue in Taft just before 9:30 p.m. Friday for reports of gunfire. READ: FHP: Father and son killed in fiery crash in Lake CountyChristmas Eve shooting: three people hit in a drive-by in Taft. @WFTV pic.twitter.com/YhmqleuA1I — Nick Papantonis WFTV (@NPapantonisWFTV) December 25, 2021The sheriff’s office says their investigation is still in its early stages, but deputies on scene confirmed three people were injured, including a six-year-old child. The sheriff’s office hasn’t not commented on the severity of the victims’ injuries.
wftv.comPolice: 1 dead, 1 detained after shooting in Orlando
ORLANDO, Fla. — One man is dead and another person has been detained following a shooting in Orlando on Friday afternoon. Police said the shooting happened around 2 p.m. on Langdale Drive. Officers said when they arrived they found an adult man on the ground with a gunshot wound. READ: Court supervision conditions loosened for mom who drove van full of kids into oceanStay tuned to Channel 9 Eyewitness News for updates. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
wftv.comSheriff: 1 dead, 13 injured in shooting at vigil in Texas
One person was killed and at least 13 others were injured Sunday night in a drive-by shooting during a candlelight vigil near Houston, a sheriff said. Harris County Sheriff Ed Gonzalez said the shooting happened around 6:40 p.m. when about 50 people were gathered for a celebration of life near North Market Loop in Baytown, about 25 miles west of Houston. One of the injured was believed to be a young child, he said. Gonzalez said it was too early to know whether the shooting may be gang-related. One witness, Sidney Williams, told KTRK-TV that “people were screaming and running to their cars.”Copyright 2021 The Associated Press.
wftv.com5 injured in Orlando drive-by shooting
ORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando police are investigating after 5 people were injured in a drive-by shooting Friday night. Investigators said all five adults were taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. Read: At least 2 confirmed dead at Amazon facility after storm causes collapsePolice said they found a possible suspect vehicle shortly after the shooting. Officers have not made any arrests and said the investigation is ongoing. Click here to download the free WFTV news and weather apps, click here to download the WFTV Now app for your smart TV and click here to stream Channel 9 Eyewitness News live.
wftv.comDurham mall shooting stemmed from attempted robbery, police say
Police investigate shooting at NC mall Authorities are investigating a shooting that injured three people on Friday, Nov. 26, 2021, at The Streets at Southpoint in Durham, N.C. (TheaDesign/iStock, File)DURHAM, N.C. — A shooting at a Durham mall that left three people, including a 10-year-old girl, injured on Black Friday began when two men attempted to rob another man, police said Friday. The shooting happened around 3:25 p.m. on the second floor of the mall. Police said two men, one of whom was armed, approached a man selling jewelry outside a store and attempted to rob him. The armed would-be robber and the man selling jewelry both fired shots at each other, officials said. >> Related: Durham mall shooting: 1 man in critical condition; 1 person in custodyOne of the suspected robbers, identified as a 26-year-old man, was injured and taken to a hospital with life-threatening injuries, according to police.
wftv.comMan shot and killed on I-4 after pulling gun on officers, police say
LAKELAND, Fla. — An investigation is underway in Polk County following an officer-involved shooting that occurred early Sunday morning. When officers arrived at the scene, they located a man sitting in his car in the construction zone. Read: Cold front arrives overnight, keeping temperatures on the chilly sideAccording to police, at some point, the man grabbed a handgun and pointed it at officers. Read: Man and woman found shot inside car that crashed into building in Orange County, deputies sayFearing for their safety, officers returned fired, shooting and killing the 61-year-old driver, police said. Both officers will be on administrative leave with pay during the initial phase of the investigation, per department policy.
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