The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office reports one person dead after being shot multiple times in the Ortega Farms area near the 5300 block of Ortega Farms Blvd.
Early this morning, around 9:00 a.m., officers responded to the 5300 block of Ortega Farms Blvd following reports of shots fired.
Upon arrival, officers discovered an unidentified male outside a vehicle, suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He was quickly transported to a nearby hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.
The JSO Homicide Unit has taken charge of the investigation, which is currently classified as pending. Authorities have assured the public that this appears to be an isolated incident.
All individuals who were inside the vehicle at the time of the shooting are in custody and are awaiting interviews by law enforcement officials.
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