JSO: Man shot by unprovoked suspect while walking in Warrington Park
Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a man was shot while walking in Warrington Park.
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Detectives said that at around 10 p.m. on Wednesday, officers responded to North Bowlan Street to calls about a person shot. Upon arrival, they found a man in his 20s with gunshot wounds to his torso and lower leg. He was transported to a local hospital in non-life-threatening condition.
The initial investigation determined that the victim and suspect were walking together in the park when the suspect pulled out a handgun unprovoked and shot the victim. The victim ran to a nearby apartment complex to call and wait for police.
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The suspect is a man in his early 20s wearing dark clothing. Police are currently looking for him.
Anyone with information is asked to call JSO at 904-630-0500, email jsocrimetips@jaxsheriff.org or call Crime Stoppers at 866-845-TIPS.
Action News Jax will continue to follow the story and will update you as we learn more.
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