A tragic incident in Leesburg has left one man dead after a homeless individual allegedly tried to intervene in a dog attack but instead shot the animal’s owner.
The case is now under active investigation, with authorities searching for the suspect, who is considered armed and dangerous.
What Happened at the Scene
The suspect, identified as Matthew Lee Pasco, allegedly attempted to shoot a large dog that was attacking a woman near a homeless encampment.
According to officials from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, the situation took a deadly turn when Pasco missed the dog and instead struck the animal’s owner…