Fort Lauderdale Shooting: Arrest Made in Connection to Life-Threatening Incident
Incident Overview
In downtown Fort Lauderdale, a shooting that occurred on Sunday morning has led to the arrest of a 39-year-old man. Authorities reported that the incident took place shortly before 4:50 a.m. in the 300 block of Southwest 1st Avenue.
Details of the Shooting
The Fort Lauderdale Police Department responded to the scene, where they discovered a male victim suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Emergency services transported the victim to Broward Health Medical Center, where he is currently receiving treatment for life-threatening injuries.
Arrest Information
Willis A. Rellanos, the individual connected to the shooting, was apprehended at the scene. He has since been charged with attempted murder and is being held at the Broward County Main Jail. Initial reports indicate that Rellanos did not flee the area during the police investigation, and he was detained while officers gathered further details about the incident.
Investigative Status
Currently, the specific circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear. Police have not released additional information regarding what led to the altercation or shooting itself, as the investigation is ongoing.
