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ATF agent shot at Riverview bowling alley
FOX 13's Jordan Bowen has the latest on the agent's condition as he recovers in the hospital.
RIVERVIEW, Fla. - An off-duty ATF agent was hospitalized with serious injuries after a shooting at a Riverview bowling alley Friday night, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Investigators say the ATF agent was with his family when he attempted to break up a fight in the parking lot of The Alley at Southshore.
The suspect, who has been identified as 18-year-old Christopher Smith, was arrested seven hours later at a nearby home.
Courtesy: Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
HCSO says Smith is charged with first-degree attempted murder with a firearm, aggravated battery, great bodily harm with a deadly weapon, tampering with physical evidence and carrying a concealed firearm.
Chief Deputy Joseph Maurer commended the agent's actions even though he was off-duty and with his family.
"We have no tolerance for violent behavior, specifically violent crime, specifically in areas that are conducive to family fun in a bowling alley," Smith said. "Let me commend this ATF agent for stopping a fight and putting his own life in danger to stop that fight. Please keep this agent in your prayers. He needs all our prayers right now."
The victim was treated after the scene and transported to a nearby hospital after being shot in the chest.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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