The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office says a lady is in critical condition after being shot by her husband.
Police said they responded to a gunshot at an apartment on Southside Boulevard at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday.
It allegedly occurred during a domestic quarrel between the couple, before the husband pulled out a firearm and shot her.
When they arrived, they discovered a woman with five gunshot wounds. A JSO Sergeant reported that she had been shot in the neck, both arms, chest, and side before being brought to a local hospital.
Police detained the suspect.
At 9 p.m., JSO reported that the victim was in critical but stable condition and undergoing surgery for her injuries.
Action News Jax is investigating the suspect’s identity and potential charges.
Anyone with information on the shooting is requested to contact police or Crime Stoppers.
To contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline, dial 800-799-7233 or text START to 88788.
Hubbard House serves victims of domestic violence in Duval and Baker counties.
24-hour hotline: (904) 354-3114.
24-Hour Textline: (904) 210-3698.
