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Search for shooting suspect underway at Boynton Beach Leisureville, those nearby asked to stay indoors

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BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. — The Boynton Beach Police Department urged residents of the Leisureville community to stay indoors while they investigated a Monday morning shooting.

In a written statement issued at 11:42 a.m., police said the shooting occurred in the 200 block of Southwest 17th Street.

Police said they are looking for a black man about 5 feet 10 inches tall with short black hair and wearing all black.

Officials said the man was last seen running westbound and could be armed.

Police are advising those nearby the area to stay indoors at this time and call 911 if any suspicious activity is observed.

This is a developing story. Stay with WPTV for updates.