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Murder arrest made in connection to Ruskin shooting

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Posted at 4:00 PM, Mar 12, 2023
and last updated 2023-03-13 05:46:45-04

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) arrested John Skeen, 56, in connection with a shooting on March 10 that left one person dead.

According to HCSO, three friends were staying at a residence in Ruskin for a fishing trip; after returning home from a local bar, a verbal altercation between the victim and Skeen transpired when the suspect discharged a firearm, which struck the victim, resulting in his death.

The victim was transported to a nearby hospital and pronounced dead.

At this time, the investigation is ongoing.