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HCSO: Suspect arrested in homicide investigation

HCSO: Suspect identified in homicide investigation
(HCSO) responded to a shooting on the 12100 block of Nebraska Avenue just after 7 p.m. on Friday.
Posted at 10:57 PM, Jun 02, 2023
and last updated 2023-06-06 21:13:21-04

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) responded to a shooting on the 12100 block of Nebraska Avenue just after 7 p.m.

Joel Elkanah Jr., 25, was identified as a suspect in this investigation.

On June 6, HCSO arrested Elkanah in connection to the shooting on Nebraska Avenue.

Elkanah had a warrant for 1st-degree murder with a firearm.

According to HCSO, the victim was taken to a nearby hospital, where they later died.

"Our team has worked tirelessly to bring justice to the victim and the victim's loved ones," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. "This arrest serves as a testament to the commitment and expertise of our detectives, who spared no effort in pursuing leads and gathering evidence."

There is no threat to the public, authorities say.