Police: 'Targeted' shooting claims young man's life in East Tampa

Scene where shooting victim was located on 24th Ave N in East Tampa

Tampa officers said a man in his 20s died at the hospital after what police said was a "targeted shooting" on 24th Avenue N Tuesday.

Investigators said police showed up to the area near 1700 E 24th Ave. after multiple neighbors called 911 to report hearing gunfire. 

Police did not share information about a possible suspect, but said "It is believed to be a targeted incident."

The victim was taken to the hospital where he died of his injuries.

Tampa police said anyone with information about the shooting should call 813-231-6130.

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