A motorist discovered a 20-year-old man dead in the roadway early Tuesday morning.
Shell casings were found near the victim, confirming a fatal shooting.
Authorities are urging the public to come forward with any information.
The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal shooting that left a 20-year-old man dead early Tuesday morning in north Okaloosa County.
According to investigators, a passing motorist called 9-1-1 shortly before 6 a.m. after spotting a man lying in the roadway on Taylor Road, just off Lake Silver Road north of Crestview.
When deputies arrived, they found the victim, identified as a 20-year-old resident of Mary Esther, deceased. Authorities say shell casings were located near the body, indicating the man had been shot.
The scene was described as extensive, with deputies meticulously processing the area for evidence as part of an active homicide investigation.
Investigators have not yet released information about potential suspects or a possible motive.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Sheriff’s Office at 850-651-7400 or submit an anonymous tip through Emerald Coast Crime Stoppers via the P3 Tips mobile app, emeraldcoastcrimestoppers.com, or by calling 850-863-TIPS.
The investigation remains ongoing.
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