UPDATE: The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a suspect connected to a homicide investigation in Tampa.
Detectives have issued an arrest warrant for Rashaad Kerney, 21, for 2nd Degree Murder with a Firearm.
While there is no threat to the public at this time, if anyone comes in contact with Kerney, please use caution as it is believed he may be armed.
Anyone with information regarding his whereabouts is asked to contact HCSO immediately at (813)247-8200.
This is an active investigation. Any additional updates will be released via press release from the HCSO Public Affairs Office.
ORIGINAL: The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a homicide investigation in Tampa.
On Friday, October 7, 2022, just before 5 p.m., deputies responded to the 3700 block of Coral Drive to a report of a shooting. When deputies arrived, they discovered a victim who had been shot several times. Hillsborough County Fire Rescue transported the victim to a local hospital where he ultimately succumbed to his injuries.
At this time, a person of interest has been identified, and there is no threat to the public.
Anyone with information is asked to contact HCSO at (813)247-8200.
This is an active investigation. Any additional updates will be released via press release from HCSO Public Affairs Office.
October 7, 2022
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