PALMETTO, Fla. — A man was shot when an unknown suspect fired into a Palmetto home Wednesday morning.
The Manatee County Sheriff's Office said the suspect fired multiple times into the house in the 3700 block of 37th Street East around 8 a.m. The victim, 47, was shot in the leg.
Deputies assisted the victim before he was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Officials added that a 10-year-old girl cut her toe during the gunfire, but they're unsure if it was a direct cause. She was treated and released.
Detectives believe it was a targeted incident and are currently pursuing several leads.
Anyone with information should contact the Manatee County Sheriff's Office at (941) 747-3011. Those wanting to remain anonymous and to be eligible for a cash reward should contact Manatee County Crime Stoppers at (866) 634-8477 (TIPS).
