Florida Father Turns in Son to Leesburg Police Following Deadly Shooting

LEESBURG, Fla.

An 18-year-old man is facing serious charges after his father brought him to the Leesburg Police Department in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred Friday night.

What We Know:

The shooting took place around 7 p.m. at a residence on Tuskegee Street in Leesburg, located in Lake County. The victim, identified as 20-year-old Dontae D. Copeland, was transported to UF Health Leesburg Hospital, where he later died from his injuries. Police say the suspect, Kameryn Pickard of Mount Dora, was taken to the police station by his father shortly after the incident. Detectives interviewed Pickard before placing him under arrest. As of Saturday morning, the Leesburg Police Department confirmed that Pickard will be charged with premeditated murder and conspiracy.

What We Don’t Know:

Authorities have not yet released information about a possible motive or the relationship between Pickard and the victim.

How You Can Help:

Police are asking anyone with information about the case to contact the Leesburg Police Department. Tips can be provided anonymously, and callers may be eligible for a cash reward.

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