Man Killed In Shooting Behind St. Pete Home

ST. PETE, FL — A 32-year-old St. Petersburg man was killed Saturday at a house on 22nd Avenue South, police said. The victim was identified as Jerome M. Washington.

Shortly before 2 p.m., the wife of the victim heard popping noises . She found her husband, Jerome Washington, lying in the alleyway in the rear of their home with a gunshot wound. He was transported to the hospital where he later died.

Detectives are still actively searching for any new information and witnesses. Anyone with information should contact the police at 893-7780 or text SPPD plus your tip to TIP411.

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