Deadly Shooting at Pensacola Home Depot: One Killed, Two Injured
Pensacola, FL – In a tragic incident, a shooting at a local Home Depot has left one person dead and two others injured. The incident took place on Wednesday afternoon at approximately 1:22 p.m., prompting an immediate response from law enforcement.
Initially reported as an active shooter situation, law enforcement swiftly arrived at the scene and discovered a deceased woman, believed to be a contract employee of Home Depot. Two additional contracted employees were also injured, one with a graze to the hand and another with a graze to the back.
Authorities have identified the suspect as Keith Eric Agee, who was apprehended and is currently being questioned. The motive behind the shooting appears to be a targeted attack, with the two injured employees being unintended victims. The investigation is ongoing, and it is unclear at this time if Agee was also an employee of the contracting company involved.
As of now, the identity of the deceased has not been released. In an effort to gather additional evidence, federal agents from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives are assisting local authorities in the investigation.
In response to the incident, the Home Depot store remains closed, with law enforcement maintaining a presence at the scene. The surrounding area has been cordoned off, affecting traffic near the intersection of Davis Highway and Brent Lane. Motorists are advised to avoid the area until further notice.
This tragic event serves as a reminder of the importance of maintaining safety measures and addressing potential threats in public spaces. The community mourns the loss of one individual and stands in solidarity with those injured as they recover from their wounds. The investigation into this shooting will undoubtedly shed further light on the circumstances surrounding this senseless act of violence.
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