Charlotte County Shooting Prompts Shelter-in-Place as Deputies Search for Suspects
Late Saturday night, deputies from the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office responded to reports of a shooting in the Deep Creek area—near Nomad Road and Melville Road in Port Charlotte
Residents were urged to remain indoors as law enforcement secured the scene and launched their investigation f
🔍 What Happened
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A Facebook Marketplace meetup reportedly escalated into a confrontation when six individuals ambushed two brothers, according to deputies .
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During the melee, two or more suspects fired into the vehicle, striking one brother in the neck and grazing another suspect during the struggle
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The victims were quickly transported to a nearby hospital; one remains in critical condition, the other in stable condition .
👮 Law Enforcement Response
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Charlotte County deputies flooded the neighborhood, setting up a shelter-in-place advisory to ensure residents remained safe as they searched for armed suspects still believed to be at large
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Four suspects have since been apprehended, while two remain at large, both considered armed and dangerous: an 18‑year‑old and a 17‑year‑old
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Authorities are analyzing evidence, reviewing witness statements, and asking for Ring–doorbell or surveillance video from the area
🏘️ Community Impact
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Residents in the quiet Deep Creek neighborhood were shaken to action—multiple patrol vehicles, bullet-proof shields, and a K-9 team were deployed .
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Neighbors expressed gratitude for the visible police presence, noting it kept them calm and safe as the investigation unfolded .
📢 What’s Next
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Deputies are urging anyone with information—no matter how small—to contact the Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers.
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Investigators are expected to release additional suspect details and descriptions once more facts are confirmed.
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Residents have been reminded of the Sheriff’s Office safe-exchange parking zones, designed for secure meetups like online sales
📝 Summary
A routine online marketplace transaction escalated into armed violence after assailants surrounded a vehicle and opened fire. The suspect search remains active, and the Sheriff’s Office is urging residents to stay indoors and report any suspicious activity. With four suspects in custody and two still at large, the investigation continues as the community remains vigilant and cooperative.