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Florida (33805) Tragedy: Men ‘Hunted’ and Killed 4-Year-Old Girl in Gunfire – LIVE UPDATES

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Lakeland, FL (33805) – A Florida community is reeling after a 4-year-old girl was killed in what authorities describe as a “hunting” attack carried out by two men armed with guns. The child was struck and killed in a hail of bullets during a targeted shooting in Lakeland near Kathleen Road and Memorial Boulevard. Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd called the act “pure evil” and confirmed both suspects are now in custody facing first-degree murder charges. The tragedy has sparked outrage across the state, with residents demanding tougher laws against gun violence. A vigil is planned tonight to honor the young victim.

Florida (33805) Tragedy: Men ‘Hunted’ and Killed 4-Year-Old Girl in Gunfire – LIVE UPDATES

Key Facts

  • BREAKING: Two Florida men accused of killing 4-year-old in drive-by style shooting

  • IMPACT: Child dead, multiple suspects in custody, community shaken by violent attack

  • OFFICIAL SOURCE: “This was a deliberate act of violence,” – Sheriff Grady Judd, Polk County

  • ACTION: Authorities urge residents to share tips with local sheriff’s office immediately

Impact Of Lakeland, FL (33805) 

  1. Precise Location:
    Lakeland, FL (33805) – near Kathleen Road and Memorial Boulevard intersection

  2. Community Connection:
    “We can’t believe something this evil happened here,”
    – Sandra Mitchell, Lakeland resident and corner store owner

  3. Visual Proof:
    @LakelandLife – Taken 9:10 PM at Memorial Blvd crime scene

Exclusive Angle

  • WHY THIS MATTERS NOW:
    Third child shooting death in Florida within two months raises concerns over rising gun violence

  • DOCUMENTED EVIDENCE:
    Polk County Sheriff’s Office incident report

Crisis Response

  • IMMEDIATE RESOURCES:
    » Polk County Crime Stoppers: 1-800-226-TIPS
    » Florida Victim Support Hotline: 1-800-394-2255

  • OFFICIAL GUIDANCE:
    “No community should live in fear—come forward with information now.”
    – Sheriff Grady Judd, Polk County Sheriff’s Office

Community Pulse

VOTE: Should Florida impose harsher penalties for crimes involving child victims?
👍 Yes, tougher laws needed 👎 No, existing penalties are enough
Sound off in comments – officials monitoring feedback

Update Log

  • 10:05 AM: Polk County Sheriff confirms suspects targeted home in “hunting” attack

  • 11:45 AM: Two men arrested, charges include first-degree murder

  • 1:20 PM: Candlelight vigil planned tonight for 4-year-old victim at Lake Mirror Park

Alex
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