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JSO: Man shot during drug deal in Highlands neighborhood

The man was taken to the hospital and is listed in non-life-threatening condition, according to JSO.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — A man is recovering in the hospital after a drug deal ended with a shooting in the Highlands area, according to the Jacksonville Sheriff's Office.

Around 8:30 a.m., officers responded to the 1000 block of Pheasant Drive in reference to a person shot.

Upon arrival, officers found a man in the street, suffering from two gunshot wounds to the leg.

The man was taken to the hospital and is listed in non-life-threatening condition, according to JSO.

The initial investigation determined that the victim was engaging in a drug deal and was shot by an unknown suspect.

No suspect information was provided by police.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is urged to contact the JSO's non-emergency number at 904-630-0500 or go online to JSOCRIMETIPS@JAXSHERIFF.ORG. To remain anonymous call First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS. 

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