Two individuals were struck by the gunfire. BROOKSVILLE, Fla. - The Hernando County Sheriffs Office is investigating a shooting that sent one person to the hospital Thursday afternoon. Check back for updates. ", Deputies looking for Steve Roosa after shooting and fire in Brooksville, Hernando sheriff: Barricaded suspect shot by deputies, 2 injured after Brooksville shooting and barn fire. Several callers to 911 reported the fire and someone shooting people. BROOKSVILLE, FL 2 DAYS AGO WFLA Deputies arrived to find thick black smoke pouring from behind the home where Roosa lived, which sits on about three acres surrounded by woods. Joshua "JJ" Rowland was found Friday morning by a volunteer . Stanley Matiyosus, 42, was arrested on charges of second-degree. Shortly before 10:30 a.m., the Hernando County Sheriff's Office. This is a developing story and will be updated when more information is available. BROOKSVILLE, Fla. - A domestic dispute in Brooksville led to a deputy-involved shooting that sent two people to a hospital. Investigators from the State Fire Marshals office and the federal bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives were also probing the incident. SWAT deputies then shot him. Two adults were found shot, and the sheriff's office said their conditions are unknown. A 17 year old girl was shot and killed here. According to . A statement from a witness said there were handguns and hunting rifles in the house, and a relatively significant amount of ammunition.. We shine the spotlight on seniors around Tampa Bay. Two other people had been taken to local hospitals earlier in the day with gunshot wounds after Roosa shot them. The dispute in the area of Powell Road and Griffin Road in Brooksville at about 9:18 p.m. escalated and both males were shot. In a news release, no further details were provided on the initial call. The aftermath of a heartbreaking scene in Brooksville. BROOKSVILLE, Fla. - A Brooksville man who was suspected of shooting two people Friday evening was killed when he engaged with SWAT officers, according to the Hernando County Sheriff's Office. BROOKSVILLE, Fla. (WFLA) - Deputies in Hernando County said they have determined that a reported shooting behind the Brooksville Walmart was not actually a shooting. The situation is resolved, the sheriff said. At one point, both men shot each other. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. To view our latest e-Edition click the image on the left. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Low 61F. Courtesy: Hernando County Sheriff's Office. I said, what?. 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Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph.. A few passing clouds. Detectives confirmed one fatality on scene. Hernando County Sheriff's deputies were on the scene of a deputy-involved shooting on Cobb Road in Brooksville. They tried to talk to Roosa, but the suspect refused communication. They determined he was armed with handguns and rifles and a significant amount of ammunition. Brooksville. BROOKSVILLE A bar employee shot and killed a patron and wounded another early Saturday outside Opinions Lounge, deputies say. Want more of our free, weekly newslettersinyourinbox? Our Spectrum News app is the most convenient way to get the stories that matter to you. According to the sheriff's office, two men, who are relatives, started arguing at a home near Powell Road and Griffin Road in Brooksville. Deputies responded to the scene in reference to a domestic disturbance. According to the Hernando County Sheriff's Office, deputies went to the scene of a shooting in the area of Shayne Street and Cook Avenue in Brooksville just after 1 p.m. Thursday. 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Deputies looking for Steve Roosa after shooting and fire in Brooksville. Expect mist and reduced visibilities at times. You have permission to edit this article. The sheriff did say that they believe the suspect started the fire inside a barn near the Brooksville home on Erma Road and Star Road. The woman received medical treatment and was released from a hospital. HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. A suspect has died after he had barricaded himself after a shooting that injured at least two people in Brooksville, Florida, on Friday evening. The fire in a barn appears to have burned itself out, the sheriff said. Its bad any way you lose them. BROOKSVILLE, Fla. - Hernando County deputies say a second person has since passed away following a shooting that occurred last week. MORE: HCSO: Youth pastor, foster parent arrested for human trafficking. The suspect who barricaded himself inside a Brooksville home after a shooting and barn fire has been shot by Hernando County deputies, the sheriff said. He died after being shot by deputies. No one ever expects to wake up to the sound of gunfire. Around 9:30 p.m., deputies were called to a residence on Robb Road in Brooksville. The man was still in the hospital Saturday, in critical condition. Witnesses said he had been firing a gun all day, not at people but target practice, Nienhuis . When deputies and emergency crews got there, they found a building engulfed in flames and two people needing to be rescued. Winds WSW at 5 to 10 mph.. A few passing clouds. A 2-year-old Brooksville, Florida, boy has been found alive in the woods about 24 hours after he went missing, authorities said. No information has been released on the extent of the other victim's injuries. Once SWAT was able to rescue the male victim and take him to the hospital, they broke their way into the building where Roosa was barricaded. The girl, Isabella Scavelli, was a member of Hernando HS student government and a junior on the schools tennis team. One of the parties involved in the disturbance fired at . Anyone with information is asked to call HCSO at 352-754-6830 or, to remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward of up to $5,000, tipsters are asked to contact Hernando County Crime Stoppers. BROOKSVILLE, Fla. - A domestic dispute in Brooksville led to a deputy-involved shooting that sent two people to a hospital. Meanwhile, the work continues for the sheriffs office to find whoever is responsible. in South Brooksville at 11:30 p.m. (Photo courtesy Hernando County Schools), California Consumer Limit the Use of My Sensitive Personal Information, California Consumer Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Get the best experience and stay connected to your community with our Spectrum News app. Deputies with the Hernando County Sheriff's Office were called to a deadly shooting Wednesday night. A standoff that started with a barn fire and escalated to what Hernando County Sheriff Al Nienhuis called an active shooter situation ended Friday night when deputies shot and killed the man they said started it. Deputies said at around 9:18 p.m., they responded to the home about a reported shooting. Linda Walk said she grew up with one of the victims and knew Isabella well. In an email sent. Deputies found two victims who had been shot at the scene, including Isabella Angelina Scavelli, 17, a junior at Hernando High School. Both were not publicly identified by the agency, which cited Marsy's Law. One or more deputies returned fire. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Hernando County Sheriff's deputies were on the scene of a deputy-involved shooting on Cobb Road in Brooksville. According to the sheriff's office, two men, who are relatives, started arguing at a home near Powell Road and Griffin Road in Brooksville. Deputies said . The two men got into an argument that escalated into a . By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. Get notified on your phone in the morning with the latest forecast and news to start your day. Sheriff Al Neinhuis said the Emergency Operations Center got a call at 5 p.m. about a fire and shots being fired in the area of Erma and Star roads. READ: Family desperate for answers as search for missing Oregon father continues in Hernando County. Hostage negotiators tried to talk with Roosa but he would not respond to them, Nienhuis said. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos. The FDLE will be conducting the officer-involved shooting investigation. BROOKSVILLE A suspect who attempted to hold off sheriff's deputies after a shooting the night of Feb. 17 was shot and killed by deputies. One other person was also injured in the shooting. The sheriff said the victims condition was unknown as of Thursday afternoon. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Copyright 2023 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. 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Deputies didn't specify if the injured were those involved in the initial call. A woman who was shot was taken to a hospital as deputies arrived. Unfortunately, we could not resolve it peacefully.. A witness to what occurred told deputies that a suspect had been firing a gun all day, apparently just target practicing, Nienhuis said. When deputies arrived on the scene, they found a hectic scene to say the least.. On Saturday morning, the sheriffs office said Roosa had died. A 17-year-old Hernando High School junior was shot and killed in Brooksville on Feb. 7, school officials said. The Hernando County Sheriff's Office said that deputies arrived at Hazel Avenue and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard around 11:30 p.m. when they received reports of a double shooting. At one point, both men shot each other. They said this was not random and are confident they can solve the case soon. To view our latest e-Edition click the image on the left. His condition was described as critical but stable. Because when she looked out the window, all she saw were red and blue flashing lights from sheriffs deputies. Others called to report hearing gunshots in the area, and then someone called 911 to say there were people suffering from gunshot wounds. Authorities said the suspect had already left the scene and a search for a gunman was started. The sheriff said his office knew little about Roosa; he did not have a significant history of encounters with law enforcement. As of Wednesday morning, the Sheriff's office told ABC Action News, this does not seem to be a random act. 2023, Charter Communications, all rights reserved. Investigators began trying to get Roosa out of the home, but they said he refused to come out and did not acknowledge them. School district officials identified the teenager as Isabella Scavelli, a junior at Hernando High School. Abc Action News, this does not seem to be a random act before shooting people... 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