Jacksonville, Florida – The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is currently investigating the fatal shooting of a 7-year-old boy that occurred around 5 p.m. on January 24, 2025.
According to JSO, a 7-year-old boy and a 21-year-old man were leaving a home on the Westside when multiple people approached in a dark vehicle and began shooting at them.
The victims were rushed to an area hospital where the 7-year-old passed away. Authorities say the 21-year-old male victim is in serious condition.
According to JSO, the 21-year-old is a known gang associate. Authorities believe the suspects were in a dark-colored Kia Soul.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Sheriff’s Office at 904-630-0500 or Crimestoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS.
Jay Skelton is an independent crime journalist with a passion for covering the uncovered and the under covered.