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Monday, March 31, 2025

Lake Wales PD Investigating Shooting on Winston Ave.

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The Lake Wales Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred around or just after 4 PM on Saturday, December 21, 2024 on Winston Ave. in Lake Wales.

While it is early the investigation, Lake Wales Police Department Public Information Officer, Dale Hampton has confirmed that one person was shot in the leg. The injury is said to be non-life threatening.

Hampton says it is very early in the investigation and LWPD is working to determine a suspect.

A medical helicopter was witnessed landing in a nearby soccer field. A representative of Lake Wales Fire Department has confirmed that one person was transported.

The caliber of the weapon used is unknown at this time. This story will be updated if more information becomes available.

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