Man shot, killed in Jacksonville Heights

Police searching for car that left scene

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A man shot to death Thursday morning at a home on April Street near 103rd Street in the city's Jacksonville Heights neighborhood has been identified, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said.

Police said Daryl Austin, 24, was found unresponsive and died at the scene.

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A green SUV and burgundy car were seen leaving the area, police said. The SUV was found in the area of 103rd Street and Interstate 295, and police are searching for the car.

The driver of the SUV was taken into custody for questioning, officials said.

Police are working to find out what the relationship is between that driver and Austin.

Officers said they would be in the area throughout the morning while waiting on search warrants and evidence technicians.

Police did not release any information regarding the driver of the car.


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