The Daytona Beach Police Department is actively investigating four separate shooting incidents that occurred on Saturday, March 14.
First shooting (Case Number: DB260003905)
At around 12:36 a.m. on Saturday, March 14, DBPD officers responded to The Joint located at 308 Seabreeze Boulevard in reference to shots being fired, according to police.
Witnesses told officers that a man inside the establishment “became aggressive,” which prompted several women to “deploy mace.” During this incident, the man allegedly discharged a firearm, and the gunshot caused numerous patrons to flee from the building in a panic.
“Fortunately, no individuals were struck by gunfire,” said DBPD.
However, several individuals sustained minor injuries while exiting the building in the moments following the shooting.
“At this time, investigators do not believe the incident involved residents and instead believe those involved were visiting the city,” stated Daytona Beach police in a media release.
No further details were provided.
Second shooting (Case Number: DB260003907)
Minutes later, at around 12:44 a.m., DBPD officers were on patrol in the 240 block of N Nova Road when they observed a parking lot filled with vehicles. While in the area, several individuals flagged down the officers and reported that an individual had been shot, according to police.
Officers quickly located the victim who had sustained a gunshot wound. They rendered aid until paramedics arrived on scene, and the victim was transported to a local hospital.
In an update, DBPD stated that the victim is currently in stable condition.
According to police, a preliminary investigation suggests that the unidentified shooter is “not local to the area.” In addition, detectives have learned that the victim is from out of town.
No further details were provided
Third shooting (Case Number: DB260003973)
Later that night, at around 10:47 p.m., DBPD officers responded to the area of Kingston Avenue and Flinders Avenue after receiving reports of another shooting.
Upon arrival, officers located a victim who had sustained two gunshot wounds. They rendered aid until paramedics arrived on-scene and transported the victim to a local hospital.
According to DBPD, detectives believe that a verbal altercation between an unknown number of individuals led to the shooting.
“At this time, officers are actively working to identify and locate the suspect involved,” said the police department.
No further details were provided.
Fourth shooting (Case Number: DB260003963)
Nearly 30 minutes later, at around 11:16 p.m., DBPD officers responded to 2 South Atlantic Avenue after receiving reports of a large altercation involving weapons.
When officers arrived, they discovered that a “large multi-person fight” had broken out in front of Cruisin Café. During that brawl, an individual reportedly pulled out a firearm and began shooting.
One victim sustained a gunshot wound and was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment.
“Investigators are currently working to identify and locate the suspect involved,” said Daytona Beach police.
No further details were provided.
Daytona Beach police are seeking tips
In a media release, DBPD stated that investigators do not believe there is an ongoing threat to the local community.
If anyone has information regarding these shootings that could help investigators, the Daytona Beach Police Department asks that you contact Detective Luis Campoverde via phone (386-671-5232) or email ([email protected]), or Detective Andre Walker via phone (386-671-5229) or email ([email protected]).
When contacting Detective Campoverde or Detective Walker, be sure to reference the case number associated with the shooting incident.