COCOA BEACH, Fla. — Cocoa Beach police are investigating a deadly shooting that happened Friday night.
According to police, a Satellite Beach teen died of an apparent gunshot wound.
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Police said they responded to Cape Canaveral Hospital at about 11 p.m. in reference to a patient with a gunshot wound.
The investigation led to the 150 block of Cedar Avenue, where police believe the shooting occurred.
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Police said the shooting appears to be the tragic result of the mishandling of a firearm.
This is an active and ongoing investigation.
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If you have information relating to this case, please contact the Cocoa Beach Police Department at 321-868-3251.
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