1 Arrested On Gun Charges In Fatal Shooting At Gentleman's Club

TAMPA, FL — Detectives have identified and arrested one of the people connected to a homicide at the Playhouse Gentleman’s Club at 9002 N Florida Ave., Tampa, on Sept. 4, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

On Thursday, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested Alfonso Howard, 23. He was booked into the Orient Road Jail on felon in possession of a firearm charges. He has not been charged with murder in this case.

"The dedication and relentless pursuit of justice displayed by our detectives in tracking down those involved in this heinous homicide is nothing short of remarkable,” said Sheriff Chad Chronister. “Their commitment to solving this case serves as an example of the courage and diligence that define the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office.”

At 3:40 a.m., the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office responded to reports of a shooting in the parking lot of the club of the club at

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When deputies arrived, they found a 33-year-old man with a gunshot to the upper body. The victim was taken to St. Joseph's Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

The sheriff's office said witnesses fled when shots were fired and is encouraging anyone with information to call 813-247-8200. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers of Tampa Bay at 1-800-873-TIPS.