Topline: As officers attempted to de-escalate the situation, the suspect “tragically took his own life,” police said.
Published: December 17, 2024 10:21 am ET
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Police say two men are dead and a woman is injured after an apparent murder-suicide in Florida.
According to a statement by the Panama City Police Department, officers received multiple phone calls shortly before midnight on December 13, reporting shots fired at a residence located in the SweetBay neighborhood.
Upon arrival, officers made contact with Newell Mock, 67, on the front porch of the residence armed with a handgun.
As officers attempted to de-escalate the situation, Mock “tragically took his own life,” police said.
After securing the scene, officers entered the home and discovered two victims. One was a deceased male, and the other was a female who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds.
Officers rendered life-saving aid to the female, who was transported to a local hospital and is currently receiving medical care. Two small children, ages five and seven, were also found inside the residence.
Both children had been asleep during the incident and were unharmed.
The investigation has determined that Mock was the sole shooter in this incident. There is no ongoing threat to the community.
The Panama City Police Department is continuing its investigation and working to support the affected family members during this difficult time.
Witnesses are urged to call the Panama City Police Department at 850-872-3100, or they can report their tips anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 850-785-TIPS.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
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As officers attempted to de-escalate the situation, the suspect “tragically took his own life,” police said.
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Published: December 17, 2024 10:21 am ET
Police say two men are dead and a woman is injured after an apparent murder-suicide in Florida.
According to a statement by the Panama City Police Department, officers received multiple phone calls shortly before midnight on December 13, reporting shots fired at a residence located in the SweetBay neighborhood.
Upon arrival, officers made contact with Newell Mock, 67, on the front porch of the residence armed with a handgun.
As officers attempted to de-escalate the situation, Mock “tragically took his own life,” police said.
After securing the scene, officers entered the home and discovered two victims. One was a deceased male, and the other was a female who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds.
Officers rendered life-saving aid to the female, who was transported to a local hospital and is currently receiving medical care. Two small children, ages five and seven, were also found inside the residence.
Both children had been asleep during the incident and were unharmed.
The investigation has determined that Mock was the sole shooter in this incident. There is no ongoing threat to the community.
The Panama City Police Department is continuing its investigation and working to support the affected family members during this difficult time.
Witnesses are urged to call the Panama City Police Department at 850-872-3100, or they can report their tips anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 850-785-TIPS.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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Two Dead After Murder-Suicide in Florida
As officers attempted to de-escalate the situation, the suspect “tragically took his own life,” police said.
By Jacob Charles
Published: December 17, 2024 10:21 am ET
Police say two men are dead and a woman is injured after an apparent murder-suicide in Florida.
According to a statement by the Panama City Police Department, officers received multiple phone calls shortly before midnight on December 13, reporting shots fired at a residence located in the SweetBay neighborhood.
Upon arrival, officers made contact with Newell Mock, 67, on the front porch of the residence armed with a handgun.
As officers attempted to de-escalate the situation, Mock “tragically took his own life,” police said.
After securing the scene, officers entered the home and discovered two victims. One was a deceased male, and the other was a female who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds.
Officers rendered life-saving aid to the female, who was transported to a local hospital and is currently receiving medical care. Two small children, ages five and seven, were also found inside the residence.
Both children had been asleep during the incident and were unharmed.
The investigation has determined that Mock was the sole shooter in this incident. There is no ongoing threat to the community.
The Panama City Police Department is continuing its investigation and working to support the affected family members during this difficult time.
Witnesses are urged to call the Panama City Police Department at 850-872-3100, or they can report their tips anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 850-785-TIPS.
Presumption of Innocence: A presumption of innocence means that any defendant in a criminal trial is presumed to be innocent until they have been proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law. The defendant in this case is only accused of the charges set forth in the criminal complaint. They are innocent until proven guilty.
Editor's Note: ThePo makes every effort to accurately transcribe the contents of affidavits of probable cause contained in criminal complaints. Often, the complaints themselves are copies of copies of faxed copies, and are difficult to read. To confirm the accuracy of our transcription, contact the Magisterial District Court listed above and request a copy of the criminal complaint. It's a public record to which you are entitled.
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