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7-Year-Old Boy Killed by Stray Bullet During Florida Boat Ramp Dispute

  • A 7-year-old boy visiting from New Jersey was fatally shot in the head during an argument over reckless jet ski driving at a Tampa boat ramp.
  • The boy's grandfather was also injured trying to shield him, and their truck was hit by gunfire.
  • Two groups of Hispanic males began arguing and shooting after one group complained about the jet skis being driven too close to children playing in the water.
  • The shooting occurred on the Fourth of July near the Courtney Campbell Causeway as the boy and his family were planning to watch fireworks.
  • No arrests have been made, and police are urging witnesses to come forward with any information.
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