A heavy law enforcement presence descended on Doubloon Way in Yulee this morning as Nassau County deputies investigated a shooting near the St. Marys River. Officials have confirmed deputies are actively working the scene but have not released details about any injuries, a suspect, or what led up to the gunfire.
According to News4JAX, Nassau County deputies were involved in an active investigation in Yulee. The Nassau County Sheriff's Office later confirmed that deputies were actively investigating a shooting on that same street, which sits off Blackrock Road about five miles north of State Road 200.
As reported by WOKV, “A shooting investigation is underway this morning in Yulee.” The station added that neighbors should expect a heavy police presence on Doubloon Way near the St. Marys River as the investigation unfolds.
Sheriff Calls Scene, Addresses Media
Nassau County Sheriff Bill Leeper was at the scene in Yulee and was expected to address the media at 7:30 a.m., per the News4JAX report. The sheriff's office has not confirmed other details about the shooting beyond acknowledging deputies' active investigation on Doubloon Way.
The sheriff's office said neighbors should expect a heavy police presence in the area and asked residents to avoid the area for now if possible. The Nassau County Sheriff's Office said the shooting is an isolated incident and there is no threat to the community.
What Remains Unknown
Beyond confirming the location and the active nature of the investigation, authorities have not released further information about the circumstances surrounding the shooting. News4JAX says it plans to share updates as more information becomes available.
