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UPDATE - TAMPA POLICE INVESTIGATE HOMICIDE


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One of the victims in the shooting near the 5700 block of Steven Ct. has been identified as Caleb Jefferson.  TPD protects the identities of all victims, but Jefferson's family gave permission to release his name.

There are currently no additional developments in this case.

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Date: Sun Jan 16, 2022 20:05:01

From: Tampa Police PIO

TAMPA POLICE INVESTIGATE HOMICIDE

Incident Date: 01/16/2021 @ 12:32 PM

Incident Location: 5700 block of Steven Ct.

Details: On January 16, at approximately 12:32 PM, officers were dispatched to the 6700 block of Elm Ct. in reference to a report of someone being shot. When officers arrived, they located a 26-year-old man suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The man was transported to a nearby hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. As officers were responding to Elm Ct., dispatch received a separate call from the 5700 block of Steven Ct. at 12:34 PM in reference to someone being shot. When officers arrived, they located a 27-year-old man suffering from apparent gunshot wounds. The man was transported to a nearby hospital where he succumbed to his injuries. The two calls appear to be related. Although early in the investigation, this does not appear to be a random act. Detectives ask for anyone with information to contact Crimestoppers of Tampa Bay at 1.888.873.TIPS (8477) or our non-emergency number at 813.231.6130. Updates will be provided as they become available.