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Police investigating fatal shooting in Riviera Beach

The victim was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries, police said.
Posted at 11:00 PM, Jun 26, 2020
and last updated 2020-06-27 18:55:13-04

RIVIERA BEACH, Fla. — One person is dead following a shooting in Riviera Beach Friday evening, according to the Riviera Beach Police Department.

The shooting occurred at 9:38 p.m. in the 100 block of West 17th Street.

Officers responded to shots fired and located 36-year-old Javon Turner suffering from gunshot wounds.

Turner was transported to a local hospital where he succumbed to his injuries, police said.

Detectives and Crime Scene investigators are investigating the incident.

There is no motive or suspect information at this time.

Anyone with information is urged to contact the Riviera Beach Police Department at 561-845-4123 or Crime Stoppers at 800-458-TIPS.