JACKSONVILLE, Fla. A RaceTrac gas station on New Kings Road in Jacksonville witnessed a shooting incident involving a 55-year-old man on Saturday night.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) reported that around 7:55 p.m., officers arrived at the gas station’s location, 9980 New Kings Road, and discovered the injured man. He had sustained a gunshot wound to his left leg/hip area from a shotgun.
The victim, whose identity remains unknown, was promptly transported to the hospital. Fortunately, his injuries were not life-threatening. JSO indicated that they suspect the assailant to be the victim’s 34-year-old son.
Currently, JSO detectives are actively pursuing the suspect. Their efforts include interviewing witnesses, analyzing surveillance footage, and preserving physical evidence.
Anyone with information regarding the incident is encouraged to contact JSO through the non-emergency number at 904-630-0500 or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS.
