Tips Sought On Fatal Shooting In Parking Lot Of Tampa Gentlemen's Club

TAMPA, FL — Hillsborough County sheriff's detectives are seeking tips in the fatal shooting of a 33-year-old man Monday at the Playhouse Gentleman's Club.

At 3:40 a.m., deputies responding to multiple reports of gunshots in the parking lot of the club at 8205 N Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, arrived to find a man who'd been shot in the upper body. He was taken to St. Joseph's Hospital where he was pronounced dead.

Deputies said any witnesses fled when shots were fired. Detectives are working with surrounding businesses to gather surveillance footage that could help solve the case.

"It's truly disheartening to see a holiday weekend, meant for fun and celebration with family and friends, overshadowed by acts of violence," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. "Our detectives are tirelessly working to piece together the puzzle surrounding this shooting, and we urge anyone with information to come forward."

Anyone who has information on the shooting can call the sheriff's office at 813-247-8200 or Crime Stoppers of Tampa Bay at 1-800-873-TIPS.