Crime
60-year-old man killed in shooting at Waffle House in Riverview
The suspect fled the scene after the incident.
A 60-year-old man was fatally shot at a Waffle House in Riverview, Florida, early Saturday morning.
Hillsborough County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a call about a shooting at the restaurant, located at 10041 US Highway 301 South, around 3 AM.
Upon arrival, they found the victim suffering from a gunshot wound to the upper body.
Despite efforts to revive him, the victim was pronounced dead at the scene.
Preliminary investigations suggest that an altercation between two customers inside the restaurant escalated, leading to the shooting.
The suspect fled the scene after the incident.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is actively investigating the case and urges anyone with information to contact them at 813-247-8000.
Authorities are currently investigating a double homicide at the Brighton Community Center, located at 3810 7th Avenue in Bessemer, Alabama.
Multiple law enforcement agencies have responded to the scene to assist with the investigation.
Details surrounding the incident remain limited at this time, and authorities have not yet released information about the victims or any potential suspects.
Investigators are working diligently to gather evidence and interview witnesses to determine the circumstances leading to the tragic event.
Residents in the area are urged to remain cautious and report any information that may assist law enforcement in their investigation.
Anyone with details about the incident is encouraged to contact the Bessemer Police Department or submit a tip anonymously through local crime-stopper programs.