CITRUS COUNTY, FL – A gruesome discovery was made in Florida on Thursday morning when a deceased man was found in the trunk of a car. The prime suspect in the case was located with what appears to be a self-inflicted gunshot wound to his abdomen.
Local law enforcement from Citrus County were conducting a welfare check near Eden Drive when they stumbled upon the grim scene. They noticed signs of criminal activity and tried to reach the homeowner, who is now the main suspect in the ongoing investigation.
Upon entering the residence, officers found the suspect in a state of distress, suffering from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound to his abdomen. He was promptly transported to a nearby medical facility for treatment. His current condition remains unknown.
The search of the property continued, leading to the discovery of a deceased man in the trunk of the suspect’s car, which was parked on the premises. Detectives from the sheriff’s office were summoned to the scene, where they secured a search warrant and began collecting evidence.
Sheriff Mike Prendergast expressed his sorrow over the incident, emphasizing the impact of such a tragic event on the community, especially during a holiday season. He assured residents that the situation was under control and that the public’s safety was secured thanks to the diligent work of the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office staff.