HENDRY COUNTY, Fla. — The Hendry County Sheriff's Office said a man was killed in a shooting near Club Gossip.
Deputies said hey were called about gunshots around 1825 13th Street in the Harlem neighborhood on Sunday, Oct. 19.
Deputies said they saw several people running and cars leaving the area from Club Gossip, a local nightclub.
Someone then reported a gunshot victim was being sent to a nearby medical facility, according to the sheriff's office. Deputies said 32-year-old Jacyrus Lee Hudson died from his wounds,.
"I knew him for a long time, but it’s just sad that happened to him,” said Rebecca Gooden, who lives next door to Club Gossip.
Deputies said the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office called about a gunshot victim at Lakeside Memorial Hospital. HCSO detectives said they determined this shooting victim had been at Club Gossip. Detectives are unable to confirm the victim’s connection to the shooting, though.
The sheriff's office said it's interviewing people and canvassing the neighborhood for information and evidence.
“Couldn't believe what I was hearing like as somebody that I knew growing up, just doing good and taking care of their family, and I hear that they're getting shot down to the ground,” said Savon Davis who was staying with family that live near the club, but was not there at the time of the shooting.
No suspects are in custody at this time.
If you have any information regarding this crime, you can contact the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office at (863)- 674-5600 and ask to speak with a detective or you may remain anonymous by contacting Southwest Florida Crimestoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS (8477). If the information you provide is helpful and leads to an arrest, the recovery of weapons, or the capture of a wanted fugitive, you could be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $3,000.
