Man shot in chest during argument in Arlington; JSO searching for suspect

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A man in his early 20’s is in non-life-threatening condition after getting shot in the chest, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

Officials responded to the 800 block of Bert Road in reference to a person shot.

JSO said the victim was walking near the intersection of Arlington Road North and Blackard Road when he got into an argument with a man in a vehicle.

During the argument, the driver fired multiple shots, hitting the victim once in the chest.

Officials said the suspect fled north on Arlington Road in a dark green sedan.

JSO said this is believed to be an isolated incident with no threat to the community.

Anyone with information is asked to call JSO at 904-630-0500 or email jsocrimetips@jaxsheriff.org or CrimeStoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS.