FORT PIERCE, Fla. — A man is dead and a woman is injured after a double shooting on Sunday in St. Lucie County, according to the sheriff's office.
Deputies responded to the 2000 block of N. 21st Street in Fort Pierce at about 11 a.m. and found two people suffering from gunshot wounds.
When deputies arrived, they found a man and a woman both suffering from gunshot wounds. Both were taken to HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital for medical treatment.
During the preliminary investigation, the sheriff's office stated that they determined the woman had traveled from Melbourne to the man's residence in Fort Pierce.
After she arrived, the two engaged in an argument. During the altercation, investigators said the man shot the woman before turning the firearm on himself.
While at the hospital, the man died from his injuries. The woman underwent surgery and was receiving ongoing medical care.
The sheriff's office said they believe this was an isolated incident.
They said the investigation remains active as detectives continue to process evidence and gather information.
The names of the two people involved in the shooting have not been released.
