UPDATE 5:50 P.M.:
The Lee County Sheriff's Office has identified the suspect as 21-year-old Alphonso Neal.
He was wanted for shooting and killing someone on Heck Drive on Sunday, Nov. 24.
LCSO confirmed three deputies fired at Neal when they say he shot at them.
Neal had a warrant for his arrest on several charges including second-degree murder, aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and robbery.
Neal is a convicted felon with a long criminal history including felony battery, vehicle theft and fleeing and eluding.
ORIGINAL STORY:
The Lee County Sheriff's Office says they shot and killed a homicide suspect as they were trying to take him into custody.
According to Sheriff Carmine Marceno, the shooting happened near Suncoast Drive and Laurel Lane. Deputies say the suspect pointed a gun and fired at deputies.
Marceno says multiple deputies returned fire, killing the suspect. The sheriff's office was trying to take him into custody during a traffic stop.
No deputies were injured.
The suspect's name is being withheld until next of kin is notified.
As per policy, the deputies involved will be placed on administrative leave with pay.
