OCALA, Fla. – One person was taken to the hospital after being shot at Jervey Gantt Park on Saturday evening, according to the Ocala Police Department.
There was a heavy police presence reported at the park after an adult was shot and taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries, according to the police department.
According to a news release, a youth football game was happening at the time of the shooting.
Police said scene was secure and there was no danger to the community.
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In an update Sunday, police urged anyone with information on the shooting to come forward and call the department at 352-369-7000 to submit a tip, or Crime Stoppers of Marion County at 352-368-7867 or **TIPS to remain anonymous. Tips to Crime Stoppers which lead to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000, police said.
This is a developing story. Check back with News 6 for the latest updates.
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