Two men were wounded Thursday afternoon in a double shooting on the 3600 block of Machado Street in Tampa, and witnesses say three people bolted from the scene before possibly climbing into a vehicle. Officers arrived around 1:40 p.m., gave first aid on the sidewalk, and Tampa Fire Rescue took both men to nearby hospitals for treatment.
According to WFLA, Tampa Police found the two men suffering from gunshot wounds when they got to Machado Street and stayed on scene to help the victims. Witnesses told officers the suspects ran from the area and may have gotten into a vehicle, prompting the department to urge anyone with information to speak up.
Police Search And Tip Lines
Tampa Police are actively looking for three suspects and have asked the public to share any tips that could break the case open. The Tampa Police Department's contact page lists the non-emergency tip line at (813) 231-6130, along with other ways to pass information to investigators. Those who want to remain anonymous can reach out to CrimeStoppers of Tampa Bay at 1-800-873-TIPS.
Suspect Description
Authorities described the suspects as Black males with twists in their hair, and one of them was estimated at about 5-foot-6 and 130 pounds, according to WFLA. Police are asking anyone who saw what happened - especially people who may have video or dash-camera footage - to contact detectives.
Investigation Status
No arrests had been reported as of Thursday evening, and detectives say the investigation is still underway. Authorities repeated that tips can be sent to the TPD non-emergency line or to CrimeStoppers of Tampa Bay for those who prefer to stay anonymous. The department has not released additional details on the victims' conditions beyond confirming they were taken to the hospital.
