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Man Shot in Fort Lauderdale, Investigation Underway

Fort Lauderdale Police officers were dispatched to reports of a shooting around 4:49 a.m. Sunday on Southwest 1st Avenue and found an adult male suffering life-threatening injuries; they transported him to an area hospital, though their identity has yet to be disclosed.

Officers were able to successfully detain and arrest the suspect involved in the shooting at the scene; however, details on what led up to or caused this shooting remain vague; police have given no details as to what precipitated this altercation or randomness of this incident; an ongoing investigation is taking place with authorities collecting evidence and speaking with witnesses.

At this point, Fort Lauderdale Police are trying to piece together what occurred before and during the shooting incident. Unfortunately, details about either party remain scarce; however, authorities have asked anyone with pertinent information to come forward to help with their investigation. Contact us for HOSPITAL SECURITY SERVICES today