By Erika Hernandez
A shooting that occurred at two nearby scenes in Plant Metropolis, Florida, left three generations of the same family deadincluding a four-month-old baby and a four-year-old child. Authorities are keeping the investigation open and looking for clues in surveillance videos.
The incident took place in two locations separated by less than a kilometer, which activated extensive police deployment during the early hours of Sunday, according to FOX13 Tampa.
Victims of three generations
The authorities reported that Among the victims are a four-month-old baby and a four-year-old child, who were declared dead at the scene. His mother, 28, was taken to a hospital, where she later died. because of the injuries.
In a second scene, located a short distance away, The minors’ 55-year-old grandmother was found dead, also with a gunshot wound.
A third child present at the first scene of the attack was unharmedaccording to the official report.
According to police, it is presumed that one or more people traveled on foot between both scenes during the early hours of the day.
Investigators have requested public collaboration, urging residents and businesses to review security camera recordings between 5:30 am and 7:00 am, especially in areas near North Burton Avenue and West Tever Avenue.
Possible background of the case
Neighbors indicated that in the days prior to the event, domestic disputes were reported in the family environment. Witnesses also reported suspicious behavior the night before, including the presence of an individual handling objects that could be related to the attack.
Howeverauthorities have not officially confirmed a motive or publicly identified a suspect.
Residents of the area described the impact of the event as devastating, highlighting the seriousness of such young children being among the victims.
Police are keeping the investigation open and have asked anyone with information to contact the appropriate department or submit tips anonymously.
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