On Thursday a man was rushed to a local hospital after being shot in the head.
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office responded at around 4 p.m. to the area of 5600 Barnhill Dr. for a reported shooting.
Police said a man in his 40s suffered gunshot wounds to the head and stomach. He was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.
During its initial investigation, JSO determined that the victim was sitting in a parked vehicle. The suspect approached and fired a handgun several times, striking the victim.
The suspect was said to have fled on foot but was apprehended nearby.
Detectives are on the scene canvassing for witnesses and video surveillance.
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