PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — The Port St. Lucie Police Department has confirmed that a fatal shooting took place on Tuesday afternoon.
The incident occurred near the intersection of Southeast Bolton Ave and Southeast Delano Road. Chief Leo Niemczyk says when officers arrived at the scene at around 4:25 p.m., pistol shots were actively being fired.
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“It appeared to start inside a home between suspect and two roommates. It moved out onto the street," said Chief Niemczyk.
A drone operator notified officers that they had located the body of a male lying on the driveway of the house next door. The victim was transported to St. Lucie Medical, where he unfortunately succumbed to his injuries.
The suspect, who has not yet been identified, surrendered to officers and is now in custody. He sustained no injuries.
The incident allegedly started with the suspect and his two roommates inside a home before moving outside. This is an ongoing investigation, and officers are working to learn what led to the shooting.
“I understand there is a little bit of history at this residence but I'm waiting on that information to come in," said Chief Niemczyk.
PSLPD says multiple other people were handcuffed on the scene, but they are not believed to be suspects.
This is a developing story. Stay with WPTV for updates.
