The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office and the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department responded to the scene of a shooting with multiple victims this evening in New Town.

They said the violence erupted about 4:45 pm outside a convenience store near the corner of Logan & Tyler streets.

According to the police, at least five adult males were taken to local hospitals with injuries. Witnesses told Action News that the injuries were not life-threatening and the victims ranged in age from 17 to 23 years old.

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