Person shot in the neck inside their home, JSO says

Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded to a person shot on 100 Fields Road.

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When officers arrived, an adult male was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. The victim was shot in the neck.

JSO’s initial investigation determined the victim was shot by a gun inside their home.

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An unknown suspect was outside the house when the gun was discharged.

There is no description of the suspect currently.

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Violent Crimes Detectives are on the scene, and it is an ongoing investigation. Anyone with information related to the incident is urged to contact the Sheriff’s office at 904-630-0500 or go online to JSOCRIMETIPS@JAXSHERIFF.ORG or call the Crime Stoppers hotline at 866-845-TIPS.

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