Crime & Safety

Man Shot in Rear Twice, Cops Trying to Find Shooter

New Port Richey Police are looking for the person responsible for a May 2 shooting. Anyone with information is asked to call 727-841-4550.

New Port Richey Police are looking for help to identify a man they say entered a home last Friday and shot a man inside twice in the "rear end area."

The shooting took place around 1:30 a.m. May 2. Police say a man entered the home, shot a man inside twice and then left. 

Detective Sgt. Mike Anderson said it appears the shooter used a 9mm handgun.

Find out what's happening in New Port Richeyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

The victim, whose name isn't being released by authorities, was treated at a local hospital. He was later released.

No other details in the case are available at this time.

Find out what's happening in New Port Richeyfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Anyone with information is asked to call 727-841-4550.

Stay with New Port Richey Patch for updates.

 

Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.