A quiet evening in the Citrus Landing community of Davenport was shattered Wednesday night by a fatal shooting that police say stemmed from a domestic argument. Residents in the area were urged to avoid the scene as investigators worked late into the night.
Man Detained After Deadly Shooting in Family Home
According to the Davenport Police Department, officers responded to a 911 call around 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 21, reporting a shooting inside a residence in the Citrus Landing neighborhood.
Police Chief Steven Parker confirmed that a man is suspected of shooting and killing his adult stepson during an argument inside the home. The suspect was taken into custody at the scene. However, as of Wednesday night, no formal charges had been announced.
Scene Described as Disturbing by Neighbors
Several police units remained on site for hours, interviewing family members and securing the area. A neighbor described seeing blood in the front entryway of the home and expressed concern over the heavy police presence.
“It’s a little disturbing when you don’t know what’s going on,” the neighbor told local reporters. “It’s a little nerve-wracking.”
Police reassured the public that the situation was under control and there was no ongoing threat to others in the neighborhood.
What We Know So Far
- The incident happened around 7 p.m. Wednesday.
- A domestic dispute reportedly led to the fatal shooting.
- The victim was the stepson of the suspected shooter.
- The suspect was detained, but charges were still pending.
- Police asked the public to avoid the area during the investigation.
Officers did not release the names of those involved or any additional details about what led to the shooting.
Community Urged to Remain Calm
Police say the investigation is ongoing and more information will be shared once it becomes available. In the meantime, residents are asked to stay patient and let investigators do their work.
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