Jacksonville police flooded the city’s Westside on Saturday after the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a shooting near the Family Dollar at 5306 Firestone Road. Officers set up a perimeter inside the Westside Junction shopping center while investigators canvassed the scene for witnesses and evidence. Authorities have not released information about victims or arrests.
JSO confirms response
A spokesperson for the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office told First Coast News the shooting happened in the area of the store at 5306 Firestone Rd. According to the outlet, its reporters are working to learn more and will provide updates as investigators release additional information.
Where it happened
The incident was reported at the Family Dollar inside the Westside Junction shopping center on Firestone Road. As listed on Family Dollar, that store is located at 5306 Firestone Rd in Jacksonville.
How to help
According to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, anyone with information about the shooting is asked to call the department’s non-emergency line at 904-630-0500. To remain anonymous, tips may also be submitted to First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS, a tip line referenced by local outlets such as Action News Jax.
