TAVARES, Fla. — Taveres police have identified the two victims in Friday night’s shooting.
Update: According to police, 29-year-old Alejandro Garcia Jr., is one of the victims and was pronounced dead at the scene. Daniel Lester, 29-years-old, suffered a gunshot wound and was transported to the hospital and is currently in stable condition.
Police said, at this time, the department does not have suspect information.
Original Story:
One person is dead and another was transported to the hospital with life-threatening gunshot wounds after a shooting at a Tavares apartment complex.
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Police responded Friday evening at 8 p.m. to Caroline Court Apartments, where the shooting happened.
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The victims’ names have not been released.
The suspect has not been located.
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Police are still investigating the active scene.
Anyone who witnessed the shooting is asked to call 352-343-2101.
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This is a developing story. Check back later for more information.
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