COCONUT CREEK, FLA. (WSVN) - A man was shot and killed Tuesday night in the parking lot of an apartment complex in Coconut Creek.
Heavy police activity was seen just off Lions Road as part of an investigation.
“It is a homicide,” said Public Safety Information Officer Scott Leamon. “There is one victim, and it is still very much an active investigation.”
The victim is believed to be 19-year-old Bryce McFadden, a former student from Youth Under Construction.
The school’s principal, Delvin King, who identified the victim, said McFadden had graduated near the top of his class and was looking to continue his education.
“I’ve never seen him involved in gun violence or things of that nature,” said King. “This is just crazy news to me to get that phone call that one of my students, once again, was shot and killed.”
Police set up a perimeter to search for the gunman, told residents to stay put, and for several hours kept others from entering the complex.
The shooting marks a frightening trend with gun violence in the Plantation area.
Earlier this year, a similar case occurred in the school’s area, resulting in the tragic loss of another student. King said this is the fourth victim of gun violence the school has witnessed in 2024 alone.
“This gun violence has to stop,” said King. “I’m sick of it. I’m tired of giving these messages to my students. I’m tired of having to explain this to my staff and the students and to the community.”
The perimeter was lifted by 9:30 p.m. Tuesday evening.
Investigators on Wednesday returned to the scene to search for clues.
No one is in custody at this time.
If you have any information on this crime, call Broward County Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.
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