HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. — A search is underway in Hernando County after a deadly shooting early Wednesday morning, the sheriff's office said. Sheriff Al Nienhuis said authorities believe it was a home invasion.
According to authorities, deputies were sent to a home on Marquette Street in Spring Hill just before 5 a.m. in reference to a shooting. At the scene, they found two people shot.
The sheriff's office said one victim died at the scene; the other was taken to a trauma center. Nienhuis said the injured person's injuries don't appear to be life-threatening.
Authorities said the unknown suspect is at large. It's not known if they're in a vehicle or on foot. Detectives are working to get more information, the sheriff's office said.
Nienhuis said detectives are working significant leads and said the sheriff's office doesn't believe it was random.
Nienhuis said authorities believe the suspect is no longer in the area.
Authorities said more information will be released as it becomes available.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the sheriff's office or Crime Stoppers if they wish to make an anonymous tip.
Hernando County Crime Stoppers can be reached at 1-866-990-TIPS (8477) or online here.
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