Case Update: 15-year-old arrested in connection with Florida shooting

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15-year-old Antonio L. Morris from Punta Gorda, Florida has been arrested by the Sarasota Police Department in connection with a shooting that occurred last week near St. Armands Circle, a recent case update states.

According to the press release shared on July 31, 2023, the shooting occurred near the intersection of Jackson Drive and South Washington Drive in Sarasota shortly before 1 am on Monday, July 24, 2023. Two adult victims suffered minor injuries but were promptly taken to a nearby hospital.

As stated in Florida State Statute 985.04 (2) (a) 1., information about juveniles charged with felonies is public record. Morris faces a felony charge of Aggravated Battery with a Deadly Weapon.

Investigators continue to work to determine if others were involved in this shooting. As of publication, detectives believe that this was an isolated incident and that the public is not believed to be in any danger. The case remains active an ongoing.

Anyone with information on this case is asked to call the Sarasota Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division at 941-263-6070. Those hoping to remain anonymous can submit an anonymous tip with Crime Stoppers by calling 941-366-TIPS or online at www.sarasotacrimestoppers.com.

Citizens who submit tips to Crime Stoppers that lead to an arrest may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000 cash; the website states reward funding comes from local businesses, special events, and the Crime Stoppers Trust Fund.

To read the press release in full, click here.
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In other law enforcement news, a Florida Man has been arrested for impersonating a U.S. Marshall in Marion County; click here for the story.
Article by Rachael Volpe