by The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded to two separate shootings early Sunday morning. Let’s dive deeper into the details of these unfortunate incidents.
### The First shooting
At around 1 a.m., an officer at the Eastside Terrace apartments was approached by a man claiming he had been shot. The victim, a man in his late 40s, had sustained a gunshot wound to his shoulder. Interestingly, the man is not a resident of Jacksonville and was unable to provide details about the shooting. He is currently receiving treatment at a local hospital for non-life-threatening injuries.
### The Second Shooting
An hour later, at 1:55 a.m., another shooting incident was reported. A man in his 30s had driven himself to a nearby hospital after being shot. The victim had injuries to his hip and back, which were also deemed non-life-threatening. Police are actively searching for the location where this shooting took place.
### Seeking Information
Authorities are urging anyone with information about these incidents to come forward. You can contact the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office at (904) 630-0500 for non-emergencies or call the Crime Stoppers Hotline at 1-866-845-TIPS.
In times like these, it is crucial for the community to come together and support law enforcement in their efforts to ensure safety and justice. Stay informed by downloading the free Action News Jax app for alerts and updates as the situation unfolds. Let’s work together to make our neighborhoods safer for everyone.
