Hernando County Deputies Shoot Armed Suspect During Domestic Violence Call
Hernando County deputies shot an armed suspect on Sunday afternoon in Brooksville after the individual allegedly fired at them during a domestic violence call. The incident occurred on Audubon Drive. No deputies were injured.
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, September 28, 2026 —
Hernando County, FL – Deputies with the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office were involved in a shooting incident on Sunday afternoon that resulted in an armed suspect being shot. The confrontation occurred in Brooksville, specifically on Audubon Drive.
According to initial reports, the incident unfolded while deputies were responding to a domestic violence call. During the execution of their duties, a suspect allegedly discharged a firearm, firing at the responding deputies. The deputies then returned fire, striking the individual. Specific details regarding the suspect’s identity, condition, or any charges filed were not immediately available.
Law enforcement officials confirmed that no deputies sustained any injuries during the exchange of gunfire. The area of Audubon Drive was secured as investigators began processing the scene to determine the sequence of events leading up to the shooting.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) typically investigates officer-involved shootings. The specific agency handling the review of this incident was not stated in the provided summary. Such investigations are standard procedure to ensure transparency and accountability when law enforcement officers discharge their firearms.
The domestic violence call that preceded the shooting has not been further detailed. Information regarding the nature of the domestic disturbance or whether any other parties were involved in that initial call was not provided. Investigations into officer-involved shootings can be lengthy and often involve reviewing witness statements, physical evidence, and body-worn camera footage, if available.
Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses. The Hernando County Sheriff’s Office has not released additional information beyond the initial details of the incident.
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