Crime & Safety
1 Killed In Fatal FL Shooting
A man was fatally shot early Monday morning in Thonotosassa, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said.
THONOTOSASSA, FL — An early morning fatal shooting is under investigation in Thonotosassa, according to a Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office news release.
Deputies responded to a call about an escalation to a shooting in the 9400 block of East Fowler Avenue Monday just after midnight.
The man later died from his injuries at the hospital, the sheriff’s office said.
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"What began as a disagreement has ended with someone tragically losing their life," Sheriff Chad Chronister said. "We are working diligently to figure out exactly what led up to this, but this senseless tragedy should have never happened. Let this be a reminder to always walk away instead of escalating an argument to violence."
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The victim’s name will be released when his next of kin is notified.
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