TAMPA POLICE INVESTIGATE SHOOTING NEAR O'BRIEN & SPRUCE INTERSECTION

TAMPA, FL. (January 10, 2025) - - Just after noon, Tampa Police responded to the report of a shooting that occurred on the northeast sidewalk near the intersection of N. O’Brien St and W. Spruce St. 

Preliminary information suggests that two men were engaged in a heated dispute before it escalated to gunfire.

The suspect has been described as an adult black male with long dreads, wearing a black beanie, black jacket, and unknown colored pants, who was pulling a roller bag. 

The victim, an adult Hispanic male in his late 40s, was transported to a nearby hospital with a gunshot wound to the abdominal area. He is currently listed in serious condition and being treated for his injuries.

While this did not occur on airport property, Tampa International Airport Police assisted in the original response and aided with traffic control.

Westbound traffic along Spruce St. was temporarily redirected as officers conducted the investigation. All traffic has since reopened.

It is very early in this active investigation and Tampa Police detectives are currently working to gather evidence and develop leads to identify and locate the suspect. Anyone with information is asked to call Tampa Police at 813.231.6130, send a message using the TampaPD app, or to contact Crimestoppers of Tampa Bay at 800.873.TIPS.

Updates can be provided as they become available.