LAUDERHILL, FLA. (WSVN) - Rescue crews rushed a man to the hospital after he was shot at an apartment complex in Lauderhill.
Lauderhill Police and Fire Rescue responded to the scene in the area of Northwest 26th Street and 41st Avenue, just before 10 p.m., Monday.
Lauderhill Police working a shooting scene 2401 NW 41st Avenue. Heavy police presence/active K-9 search in progress. 4100 Block of NW 26th st is blocked. Residents are asked to utilize NW 19th street to get west of SR7. pic.twitter.com/VpbuBbCtzN
— Lauderhill Police Department (@LPDPIO) September 25, 2018
Investigators said officers found the victim suffering from a gunshot wound on a second-floor hallway.
Paramedics transported him to Broward Health Medical Center in critical condition.
A perimeter was set up as K9 units searched for a subject who fled westbound.
Officials said they are looking for a male subject wearing blue jeans and carrying a black backpack.
Police had to block off the 4100 block of Northwest 26th Street. The road has since reopened.
If you have any information on this shooting, call Broward County Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a $3,000 reward.
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