Authorities have apprehended a suspect connected with the shooting that occurred near the Lynx Central Station in downtown Orlando, as per the Orlando Police Department. The incident unfolded yesterday afternoon, prompting a swift police response to 455 North Garland Avenue around 3:34 p.m., after reports of gunfire in the area.
According to WFTV, a security guard from Lynx confirmed that the victim sought help at the station at 455 N. Garland Ave. It has been reported that the shooting took place between two apartment complexes in the vicinity of the station. The investigation is ongoing, but the police have assured the public that there is no immediate threat following the suspect's arrest.
First responders transported the injured individual to a local hospital, where they are said to be in stable condition. While details remain sparse, Orlando law enforcement officials are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the shooting.
The Orlando Police Department stated, "A suspect has been detained, OPD said, and there is no threat to the public," a statement which was further reported by WESH. As the story develops, authorities have not yet released additional information regarding the identity of the suspect or a possible motive for the shooting.
