Crime
Man killed after shooting in Northwest Jacksonville
A man in his 30s was fatally shot early Tuesday morning in Jacksonville’s Grand Park neighborhood, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO).
The incident occurred at approximately 2:30 a.m. at a residence on Division Street.
JSO officers responded to a 911 call reporting a shooting and discovered the victim lying in the driveway of the residence with a gunshot wound to the chest. Emergency responders pronounced the man dead at the scene.
His identity has not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin.
Sergeant Lloyd of the JSO Homicide Unit briefed reporters, stating, “The circumstances and relationships of those involved are currently unknown. This investigation is pending classification.”
Three people present at the scene were detained by police and are being questioned to determine their potential involvement or knowledge of the incident.
Investigators are working to establish whether there was an argument or altercation leading up to the shooting.
A weapon has not yet been recovered.
Investigators are in the process of obtaining a search warrant to gather further evidence from the property.
The JSO is urging anyone with information related to the shooting to come forward. Tips can be submitted through the following channels:
- JSO Crime Tips: Call 904-630-0500
- Email: JSO Crime Tips at jacksheriff.org
- Crimestoppers: Call 1-866-845-TIPS for anonymous reporting
The investigation remains active, and further details will be released as they become available.
Authorities continue to stress the importance of community cooperation in resolving this case.
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office (PBSO) is investigating a series of shootings that occurred Wednesday night in Pahokee, culminating in a deputy-involved shooting.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE), the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office, and PBSO’s Violent Crimes Division are conducting parallel and joint reviews of the incident.
According to authorities, the violence began on Wednesday, February 25, at approximately 10:12 p.m., when 44-year-old Charles McCloud Jr. allegedly initiated a series of shootings at multiple locations throughout Pahokee over a roughly 40-minute span.
First Shooting – 171 Booker Place (10:12 p.m.)
McCloud allegedly shot two adult males at a residence located at 171 Booker Place.
Both victims were pronounced deceased at the scene.
Second Shooting – 8700 Block of Doveland Drive
Shortly afterward, multiple gunshots were reported in the 8700 block of Doveland Drive.
Although several rounds were fired, authorities confirmed that no individuals were struck during this incident.
Third Shooting – 750 Belle Glade Road
The third shooting occurred at a convenience store located at 750 Belle Glade Road.
An adult male was shot during this incident and transported for medical treatment. Officials report the victim is expected to survive.
While responding to the reported gunfire on Doveland Drive and conducting a preliminary investigation, a PBSO deputy was securing the area with crime scene tape when McCloud allegedly drove a black GMC SUV directly at the deputy.
Authorities state that McCloud struck the deputy with the vehicle, pushing him approximately 40 feet. After exiting the SUV armed with a firearm, McCloud allegedly attempted to shoot the injured deputy.
In response, the deputy discharged his service weapon, striking McCloud. A second PBSO deputy also discharged his firearm during the encounter. McCloud was pronounced deceased at the scene.
The injured deputy sustained serious injuries and is currently receiving treatment at St. Mary’s Medical Center.
According to PBSO, Charles McCloud Jr. had an extensive criminal history, including prior charges for Riot, Resisting an Officer with Violence, Armed Robbery, Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon, Possession of a Firearm by a Convicted Felon, Carrying a Concealed Weapon, Narcotics Equipment/Possession, and Escape or Attempted Escape from a county facility.
In accordance with standard agency policy, the deputy involved in the shooting has been placed on administrative leave pending the outcome of the investigation.
The FDLE, the Palm Beach County State Attorney’s Office, and PBSO’s Violent Crimes Division continue to actively investigate all aspects of the shootings, including the deputy-involved use of force.
Additional information will be released as it becomes available.