YBOR CITY, Fla. — A man was shot and killed Friday in Ybor City during an apparent roadway dispute, according to the Tampa Police Department (TPD).
Police arrived at the scene after reports of a shot being fired near E 5th Avenue and N 22nd Street.
When officers arrived, they found a man who suffered a gunshot wound.
He was transported to a local hospital where he died from his injuries.
The shooter claimed self-defense and is currently cooperating with investigators. His firearm has been recovered.
N 22nd Street between E 4th Avenue and E 5th Avenue and E 5th Avenue between N 21st Street and N 22nd Street are currently closed, TPD say.
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