1 dead after deputy involved shooting in Leesburg, officials say

The Brief

  • Lake County deputies and the Leesburg Police Department responded to a victim that had sustained multiple stab wounds.
  • After the suspect fled on foot, a deputy subsequently located the individual, and during the encounter, the deputy discharged their firearm, striking the suspect.
  • Officials say the suspect was transported to Orlando Regional Medical Center, where he was later pronounced deceased.

LAKE COUNTY, Fla. Lake County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deputy-involved shooting that occurred early Sunday morning following a reported stabbing in Leesburg.

According to reports, at approximately 6:19 a.m., Lake County deputies and the Leesburg Police Department responded to a victim that had sustained multiple stab wounds in the area of 2415 Montclair Road.

Authorities stated that the suspect fled on foot. A deputy subsequently located the individual, and during the encounter, the deputy discharged their firearm, striking the suspect.

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