MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — The Manatee County Sheriff's Office (MCSO) said it is investigating a shooting after a person was shot after he answered his door.
MCSO said deputies responded to a residence at the 7000 block of Chatum Light Run around 3 p.m. Wednesday.
The victim said a person came to his home and shot him twice after he answered the door.
MCSO said the 54-year-old man was taken to the hospital for treatment, but died later in the evening.
Deputies believe the victim was targeted and not a random act of violence.
MCSO said it is collecting evidence and working to locate the suspect. Nobody has been arrested yet.
Anyone with information is urged to call MCSO at (941) 747-3011 or Manatee County Crime Stoppers at (866) 634-TIPS.
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