A shooting was reported Wednesday morning at the parking garage adjacent to the Orange County Courthouse in downtown Orlando, prompting a significant law enforcement response and a temporary lockdown of the courthouse complex.
According to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to the garage shortly before 11:30 a.m. after receiving a report of shots fired.
Authorities said they located a woman who had reportedly been targeted in the shooting by a person known to her. Officials confirmed that the woman was not injured during the incident.
The suspect reportedly left the area following the shooting, leading deputies to begin a search for the individual. Law enforcement remained on scene as they worked to secure the area and investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The courthouse complex was placed under lockdown as a precaution while authorities responded to the situation.
Further details, including the identity of the suspect and the circumstances that led to the shooting, are expected to be released as the investigation continues.
