Crime & Safety

Wesley Chapel Shooting Leaves Man In Critical Condition

The gunman could not be located despite air search and K-9 assistance.

Authorities are investigating a Wesley Chapel shooting that has left a 22-year-old man in critical condition.

The incident unfolded at 30122 Eastport Drive. Authorities received a 911 call at 9:20 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 9.

The Pasco County Sheriff's Office says an unknown gunman came to the house, where four people were inside at the time, via the back porch. Authorities used K-9 and air search to locate the culprit but could not find him.

"Detectives continue to look into the motive for the shooting," the sheriff's office said in a news release. "At this time we are not releasing any additional suspect information."

Have information about the shooting? Contact the Pasco Sheriff's Office tips line at 800-706-2488.


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