Authorities in Marion County, Florida said that a man shot another to death during an awards ceremony at a Florida middle school.
The shooting took place at around 6 p.m. Tuesday while the ceremony was taking place in the parking lot of North Marion Middle School in Citra.
“When we arrived, we found one victim: an adult male. Our detectives confirmed he was shot by another adult male who was taken into custody,” Lt. Paul Bloom said.
“He was still here at the scene, and detectives took him into custody, and he’s being interviewed as we speak.”
“I can’t confirm if they were parents of any students or relatives or what the relation was, but they were here most likely for this award ceremony.”
The scene was packed with parents, students, and staff when gunfire erupted. Many of them were left terrified by the incident.
“It’s an emotional and certainly scary time for parents, but also for these children,” Lt. Bloom added.
