Shooting Incident in Fort Lauderdale
One person was shot and killed by police following a chase that ended near the Tri-Rail station in Fort Lauderdale Saturday, Broward Sheriff’s Office confirmed.
Details of the Incident
The shooting happened off West Broward Boulevard next to I95.
What Led to the Shooting
Broward Sheriff’s Office said at 1:49 p.m. they got a call about a domestic issue at a home in the county.
They also had information someone at the home had a gun. Investigators say when deputies showed up, the person with gun drove away.
Chase and Shooting
BSO said their deputies chased this person and deputies were forced to shoot them near Southwest First Street and Southwest 21st.
Police said the person shot died at the scene. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating the shooting.
Impact on Tri-Rail Service
The shooting caused a bit of a disruption to service on the Tri-Rail.
Hours after the shooting, deputies said passengers were allowed to exit the train, but no one was allowed to board the train.
Conclusion
The shooting incident in Fort Lauderdale highlights the complexity of law enforcement situations and the potential risks involved. The investigation is ongoing, and more information will be released as it becomes available.
FAQs
Q: What happened during the incident?
A: A person with a gun drove away from a domestic issue at a home in the county, leading to a chase by Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies. The deputies were forced to shoot the person, who died at the scene.
Q: Where did the shooting occur?
A: The shooting occurred off West Broward Boulevard next to I95, near the Tri-Rail station in Fort Lauderdale.
Q: Who is investigating the shooting?
A: The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating the shooting.
Q: How did the shooting affect Tri-Rail service?
A: The shooting caused a disruption to service on the Tri-Rail, with passengers allowed to exit the train but no one allowed to board.