An adult is fighting for their life and a child is recovering in the hospital after a Tuesday night shooting on Hayden Lakes Circle in Jacksonville's Oceanway neighborhood, authorities said. The adult was rushed away with life-threatening injuries, while the juvenile's wounds were described as non-life-threatening. Officers shut down part of the street as firefighters and medics worked the scene and investigators moved in to document evidence.
The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department confirmed both transports and the severity of the injuries, according to First Coast News. The outlet reported the initial details late Tuesday night while crews were still on location.
Officials On Scene
Deputies said they were called to a home on Hayden Lakes Circle after reports of shots fired, and the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office confirmed it is investigating the incident, as reported by News4JAX. Authorities have not released any information about a suspect or a possible motive.
Neighborhood Context
Oceanway sits on Jacksonville's Northside and has seen several high-profile incidents in recent months, a trend that has drawn attention from residents and local outlets. Community leaders and neighbors say repeated violence has raised concerns about safety while investigators continue to work the individual cases.
Investigation Ongoing
Detectives were back on Hayden Lakes Circle on Wednesday, processing the scene and interviewing potential witnesses. Authorities said the probe remains active and details are still limited, per News4JAX. This story will be updated as agencies release additional information.
