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1 shot, 3 homes hit by bullets in Melbourne, police say

Shooting reported in 900 block of Poplar Lane

Domestic violence call becomes officer-involved shooting in Melbourne, police say

MELBOURNE, Fla. – A person was shot in Melbourne early Monday, according to police.

Officers responded around 12:30 a.m. to the 900 block of Poplar Lane, locating the victim with a gunshot wound to the abdomen, a news release shows.

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The victim was hospitalized and determined to be in stable condition at the time, police said.

At least three residences and a vehicle were also struck by bullets in the shooting, according to the release.

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The Melbourne Police Department is still investigating.

No other information was shared.

Anyone with knowledge of the shooting was urged to contact Melbourne police at 321-608-6731, or Crimeline at 800-423-8477 to remain anonymous.

Note: Due to the information provided, this map depicts a general area of the shooting and not necessarily its exact location.


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