3 masked suspects flee scene after man fatally shot in Fort Pierce

FORT PIERCE, Fla. (CBS12) — Three masked men fled on foot after a man was fatally shot Thursday, Fort Pierce police said.

Fort Pierce police responded about 6:30 p.m. to 119 North St. after multiple gunshots were heard. Officers found a man suffering from multiple gunshot wounds who was taken to HCA Florida Lawnwood Hospital, where he later died from his injuries.

Investigators learned the victim had been involved in a verbal altercation with several people before shots were fired, police said.

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A firearm was found near the victim, and multiple shell casings were recovered at the scene. Witnesses told police that three masked men fled on foot after the shooting.

The investigation remains active. Anyone with information is asked to call the Fort Pierce Police Department at 772-462-6800.