The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office says that before the shooting, several unknown suspects attempted to rob the victim.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A teenager is in life-threatening condition after a reported robbery turned shooting on the Northside, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office says.

JSO says that before noon on Friday, officers responded to the 900 block of Broward Road in the Highlands neighborhood regarding an alleged shooting. Upon arrival, officers found “an adult male in his late teens” suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. 

The victim is said to be transported to a local hospital shortly after in life-threatening condition.

According to their initial investigation, JSO says that “several unknown suspects had attempted to rob the victim’s apartment. It is currently unknown how they entered, as well as if there was any relationship between them and the victim.

Any information should be sent to JSO by calling 904-630-0500 or by email at jsocrimetips@jaxsheriff.org. You can also remain anonymous by contacting CrimeStoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS.