CITRUS COUNTY, Fla. – The Citrus County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide that occurred Monday morning in Crystal River.
Deputies responded to a 911 call reporting a shooting at a residence. Upon arrival, they found 62-year-old Kimp O’Dell Knight with a gunshot wound. Knight was transported to a local hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
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The Sheriff’s Office Major Crimes Unit is actively investigating the incident. While no arrests have been made yet, authorities assure the public that there is no ongoing threat to their safety.
“Our condolences go out to the family of Mr. Knight, whose life was taken in an apparent act of violence,” said Sheriff Prendergast. “The detectives of the Major Crimes Unit will continue to work tirelessly on this case to bring the perpetrator to justice and keep our citizens safe. If anyone in the community has information about this case, we urge them to come forward and help bring closure to Mr. Knight’s family.”
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The Sheriff’s Office is asking anyone with information about the shooting to come forward and assist with the investigation. Those with information can contact the Major Crimes Unit at (352) 249-2700 or Crime Stoppers at 1-888-ANY-TIPS.
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