1 killed, 1 injured in Lakeland convenience store shooting: Police
The Brief
A shooting at a Lakeland convenience store killed one man and injured a 19-year-old female.
It happened shortly before 6:10 p.m. on Tuesday at the Fast Stop convenience store, 820 E. Memorial Blvd. in Lakeland.
The suspect was apprehended and is being questioned by detectives.
LAKELAND, Fla. - A shooting at a Lakeland convenience store left one man dead and wounded a 19-year-old female.
What we know
According to the Lakeland Police Department, the shooting occurred shortly before 6:10 p.m. on Tuesday at the Fast Stop convenience store, 820 E. Memorial Blvd. in Lakeland.
Police say a 39-year-old man was shot and died at the scene.
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A 19-year-old female was also shot and is in stable condition, according to the Lakeland Police Department.
The suspect was apprehended and is being questioned by detectives.
What we don't know
Police have not released any information about the suspect nor have they said what led up to the deadly shooting.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
The Source
This story was written with information provided by the Lakeland Police Department.
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