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Man Shot By Roommate In St. Petersburg; Suspect Detained

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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – St. Petersburg Police Department responded to a shooting incident at an apartment complex located at 1701 Central Avenue around 8:11 AM Friday.

Upon arrival, officers discovered two adult male roommates involved in an altercation. One roommate had shot the other, who was subsequently transported to the hospital in critical condition.

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The suspect was detained at the scene. The incident remains under investigation.

This story will be updated.

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