WINTER HAVEN, FL -- Police say a woman shot her husband multiple times after he threatened to kill family members.
On Tuesday at about 4 a.m., Winter Haven police responded to the home of Troy and Dawn Christoff located at 1121 7th Street SW following a report of a shooting.
Officers found 34-year-old Troy Christoff suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. He had been shot with a 9mm handgun. He was airlifted to Lakeland Regional Medical Center for treatment. The shooter was identified as his wife, 35-year-old Dawn Christoff.
Witness statements and further investigation showed that Troy Christoff intended to shoot several members of his family. Before the shooting, he armed himself with a handgun and began to load the weapon, stating which member of his family each bullet was intended for.
When the handgun was loaded he raised the weapon and pointed it at his wife, who had armed herself with another handgun. She fired multiple shots at her husband, striking him several times.
Troy Christoff was charged with five counts of Attempted First Degree Murder with a Firearm. The shooting is considered as self defense.
Winter Haven Police detectives continue to actively investigate this case. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Steve Rusich at (863) 291-5304.
Anyone with information who wants to remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward is asked to call Polk County Crime Stoppers at 1-800-226-TIPS.
