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JSO: 2 people shot overnight in Longbranch neighborhood by unknown assailant

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating after a shooting happened Wednesday night on East 21st Street.

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According to detectives, officers responded around 9:30 p.m. to a local hospital after getting a call about two gunshot wound victims. Upon arrival, officers learned that both victims transported themselves to the hospital and suffered non-life-threatening injuries.

The initial investigation revealed that both victims were shot in the area of East 21st Street by an unknown suspect. Detectives are still working to learn more.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call JSO at 904-630-0500. People wishing to remain anonymous can leave tips with Crime Stoppers at 866-845-TIPS.

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