BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. — Titusville police are investigating a shooting that took place Wednesday morning.
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It happened at the Siesta Motor Inn on 2006 Washington Ave.
Deputies said that an employee was shot and killed in the courtyard by a guest staying at the motel.
The guest also tried shooting a second employee, but the gun jammed, according to law enforcement.
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The shooter fled, but Titusville police were able to track him down.
The shooter then pulled out a gun and fired at the officers, engaging in a shootout.
No police officers were hurt.
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The shooter was transported to a hospital and remains in critical condition.
The name of the suspect and victim have not been revealed.
This scene still remains under investigation.
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