A shooting in Fort Pierce has left one man injured and another in custody. St. Lucie County Sheriff’s deputies responded to a residence in the 2700 block of Essex Drive after reports of a person suffering from a gunshot wound.
Deputies learned that one adult male had shot another adult male with a semi-automatic rifle. The suspect was immediately taken into custody, and deputies provided emergency medical care to the victim until St. Lucie County Fire District personnel arrived.
The victim was then transported to a local hospital for treatment. Detectives with the Criminal Investigations Division are processing the scene and conducting interviews as part of what officials describe as a very active and fluid investigation.
Residents in the area can expect a significant law enforcement presence as the investigation continues. Authorities said this appears to be an isolated incident, and there is no threat to the public.
Original reporting: WPBF (Treasure Coast / Hearst) — read the source article.
