Jacksonville man shot in back during physical altercation with multiple people

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said a man was shot in the back during a physical altercation with multiple people on Saturday afternoon.

JSO said around 1:24 p.m., officers responded to the 3300 block of Green Street in reference to a person shot. They found a man in his mid-20s with a gunshot wound in his back. The man was taken to the hospital by the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department and his injuries are non-life-threatening.

Investigators said the altercation escalated when weapons were drawn and a suspect discharged a firearm, striking the man in the back.

JSO said the suspect was taken into custody and all people involved are cooperating with police.

Anyone with information is asked to call JSO at 904-630-0500 or go online at jsocrimetips@jaxsheriff.org. Call CrimeStoppers at 866-845-TIPS to remain anonymous.