Two people were shot yesterday afternoon on Overlook Road in Winter Park and were taken to a local hospital, according to authorities and witnesses. Two suspects were later captured after a lengthy pursuit that continued into neighboring Lake Mary. Officials described the situation as developing and stressed that details remained preliminary.
What happened Tuesday
Preliminary information indicates there were two victims and that two suspects were taken into custody following a long chase into Lake Mary, according to WFTV. The victims were transported to a nearby hospital, and their conditions have not been released. The station reported that Channel 9 crews were headed to the scene for live coverage as the situation unfolded.
Police response and recent violence in Winter Park
The Winter Park Police Department lists a CRIMELINE tip line and public contact information on its website for anyone who may have information related to serious incidents in the city. The department has also detailed a February homicide on Railroad Avenue in a Winter Park Police Department press release, underscoring the level of violent crime detectives have been working on in recent months. See the Winter Park Police Department site for more information.
What comes next
Investigators from Winter Park and allied agencies were reported on scene Tuesday evening, and officials had not released any identities or announced charges as of the initial reports. WFTV characterized the information as preliminary and said it would update coverage as more details become available. This post will be updated if Winter Park police release additional information or file charges.
