Update: According to City of Hollywood spokeswoman Deanna Bettinesch, the preliminary investigation reveals that there was an altercation between two groups which resulted in gunfire.
At this time we have one person detained and at this time we are also looking for an additional suspect.
At this point, he is believed to be a black male with dreads, a black short-sleeved shirt, and camouflage shorts. We ask people to avoid the area at this time while the investigation continues.
We also have a family support center that is being set up. It’s near Johnson Street and the North Ocean.
It’s a place where families can go and talk to detectives on the spot. Ask them about family members and they can also get it from one on their vehicles which may be inside the crime scene.
We also want to request that if there is anyone with any photos or videos that we ask them to email Hollywood PD tips to Hollywood FL. org.
Previous report:
Hollywood police were dispatched in response to reports of a shooting on Monday afternoon.
Information obtained by FOX3 indicates that a total of nine people have been transported to nearby hospitals.
A person of interest has been detained and police are currently looking for a second person.
Additionally, it is possible for a person to remain loose near the 1200 block of N. Broadwalk or near the Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort.
According to reports on the spot, at least three gunshot victims are minors. At approximately 6:41 p.m., a live camera from the area captured individuals fleeing the scene in a state of panic.
Several victims were then transported to Memorial Health for medical assistance. Hollywood Mayor Josh Levy released the following statement in response:
“Thank you to the good Samaritans, paramedics, police and ER doctors and nurses for their immediate response to help the victims of today’s shooting.”
Visual evidence showed a significant presence of law enforcement vehicles, including marked and unmarked police cars, as well as a crime scene van and several fire engines, located nearby.
In addition, authorities had closed at least one road and sources reported that a large perimeter had been established by law enforcement in the area.
As the investigation continues, the Hollywood Police Department is advising individuals to refrain from entering the area of Hollywood Beach extending from Johnson to Garfield Street, including the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk.
Authorities have established a designated staging area at the junction of Johnson St. and the N. Ocean Bus Loop, as per the police announcement.
This is an ongoing situation, and further updates will be provided as additional details emerge.
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