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22-Year-Old Arrested After Deadly Shooting Outside Ybor City Sports Bar

Police say officers were in plain view as the gunfire erupted.

Overview

  • The shooting occurred around 2:15 a.m. outside Flexx Sports Bar and Ultra Lounge on E 7th Ave in Tampa's Ybor City.
  • Investigators say the man had been removed for disorderly conduct, returned with a gun, argued with others, and then opened fire.
  • A 30-year-old victim was taken to a hospital and later died, and another man sustained non-life-threatening injuries.
  • Officers already across the street rendered aid and quickly took the 22-year-old suspect into custody.
  • Police have not released the identities as the investigation continues, and officials say the suspect is cooperating.