Crime
Man Fatally Shot in Escambia County
A homicide investigation is underway following the fatal shooting of a man in Escambia County on Wednesday night.
The shooting incident occurred around 9:30 p.m. in the 3400 block of John Street, located off of Old Fairfield Drive.
The victim was transported to a local hospital but tragically succumbed to his injuries.
The Escambia County Sheriff’s Office has not identified any suspects at this time.
The investigation into the incident is ongoing, and further details will be released as they become available.
BARTOW, FL — Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred at 120 Polk Street East in Bartow.
The incident resulted in three individuals sustaining gunshot wounds, including a Bartow Police Department (BPD) officer, a public safety aide (PSA) officer, and the suspect involved.
Emergency medical services were immediately requested at the scene to provide critical aid to all three gunshot victims.
The conditions of the injured individuals have not yet been released.
The circumstances leading up to the shooting remain under investigation.
Law enforcement officials have secured the area as forensic teams and investigators begin processing the scene.
Additional information, including the identities of those involved and any potential charges, is expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
Authorities are asking the public to avoid the area and allow emergency crews to continue their response efforts without obstruction.