The Tampa Police Department is investigating a homicide that took place early Monday morning in the area of N 34th Street and E Emma Street.
Just before 5:30 a.m. on Monday, April 10, 2023, officers responded to the 4500 block of N 34th Street in reference to a ShotSpotter detection. Upon arrival, officers found a deceased adult male who had suffered a gunshot wound to the upper body. The investigation is ongoing at this time. There is no active threat to the community and it does not appear to be a random incident.
Additional information will be provided via press release as it becomes available.
Anyone with information related to the investigation is asked to contact Tampa Police by calling (813) 231-6130 or share a tip via Tip411, which is accessible through the TampaPD app.
Those who wish to remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward can contact Crimestoppers of Tampa Bay by calling 1-800-873-TIPS (8477), visiting www.CrimeStoppersTB.com, or using the free Crime Stoppers mobile app and selecting "Tampa.”