Double homicide in Tampa under investigation, suspect in custody: Police

TAMPA, Fla. - Two people were shot and killed in Tampa on Saturday afternoon, according to officials.

The Tampa Police Department says officers responded to the 1100 block of Ray Charles Blvd around 1:15 p.m. According to law enforcement, one man and one woman were found with upper body trauma.

Authorities say both victims were pronounced dead at the scene.

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According to investigators, all parties involved were known to each other.

A male suspect has been taken into custody and a weapon was found at the scene, according to TPD.

Officials say there is no threat to the community or other residents in the area.

The investigation is ongoing.

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