Palatka police are working a death investigation on Husson Avenue, just south of Belmont Drive, and say a suspect is already in custody. Details are still scarce while detectives process the scene, and nearby streets are seeing a heavy law enforcement presence.
What police are saying
In a post, the Palatka Police Department said the alleged suspect is in custody. The department did not release the victim's name or a cause of death and noted that the investigation remains active while detectives continue to work the scene.
First Coast News on scene
As reported by First Coast News, a news crew is headed to the area and passersby may notice a significant law enforcement presence on Husson Avenue south of Belmont Drive. That initial report notes that investigators are still piecing together what happened.
Where this happened
Husson Avenue runs through residential parts of Palatka and past neighborhood institutions, which helps explain why heavy police activity there quickly draws attention. For location context, Moseley Elementary sits along Husson Avenue; see MapQuest for reference.
What comes next
Officials say they will release additional information after investigators complete their on scene work, according to First Coast News. This story will be updated as police provide more details and formal statements.
