Verbal Dispute Leads to Shooting, Suspect Released

ALACHUA ‒ A verbal dispute escalated into a shooting on March 4, 2025, prompting a multi-agency law enforcement response and a high-risk traffic stop in High Springs.

At approximately 4:41 p.m., Alachua Police Department (APD) officers responded to reports of a gunshot victim in the 13800 block of Northwest 148^th Place. Due to the severity of the call, assistance was requested from the Alachua County Sheriff’s Office (ASO) and the High Springs Police Department (HSPD).

Upon arrival, officers found a male victim with a gunshot wound to his leg. First responders provided immediate first aid, securing the scene for Alachua County Fire Rescue personnel to administer medical care. The victim was transported to a local hospital, where an APD detective continued the investigation.

While attending to the victim, officers determined that the suspect had already fled the scene. However, because the suspect and victim were known to each other, law enforcement was quickly able to obtain the suspect’s name, physical description, and vehicle details.

As ASO and HSPD units assisted in the response, officers located the suspect’s vehicle traveling north on U.S. Highway 441 toward High Springs. A “high-risk” traffic stop was conducted near Northwest 218^th Terrace, where the suspect complied with law enforcement and was taken into custody without incident. The individual was then transported to APD headquarters for questioning.

Preliminary findings indicate that the shooting stemmed from a verbal dispute between the suspect and victim. However, at this stage of the active investigation, no arrests have been made. The suspect, after being questioned, was released pending further investigation.

Due to the ongoing nature of the case, APD has not released additional details, including the identities of those involved.

The Alachua Police Department expressed gratitude to ASO, HSPD, and Alachua County Fire Rescue for their assistance in ensuring a swift and safe response to the incident.

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