A reported gunshot in St. Johns County sent deputies scrambling Saturday, with investigators locking down the area while they tried to piece together what happened, according to officials. Deputies secured the scene, detectives stayed on site and evidence was collected. As of the latest update, authorities had not said whether anyone was injured or if any arrests had been made.
According to Action News Jax, deputies responded after receiving reports that a firearm had been discharged and launched an active investigation. The outlet reported that investigators were processing the scene and asking anyone with information to come forward.
What Investigators Are Doing
The St. Johns County Sheriff's Office is asking witnesses to share tips and to submit any video or photos that could help detectives figure out exactly what unfolded. The department lists a non-emergency line at 904-824-8304 and an online "Send Tips" option that allows anonymous submissions, according to the St. Johns County Sheriff's Office.
Local Context
The reported gunfire comes as deputies continue to confront a string of recent shooting incidents in the area. In May, investigators looked into a Butler Beach road-rage shooting that left one man seriously injured, as reported by News4JAX. Earlier in March, a construction-site shooting in the Silverleaf neighborhood left one person dead and two others wounded, according to Action News Jax.
Detectives say the latest investigation remains active, and anyone with information or footage is urged to contact the sheriff's office at 904-824-8304 or use the department's online tip line. Authorities have not released further details.
