Disagreement over existence of Heaven, Hell leads to shooting in Jacksonville, Florida

Disagreement over existence of Heaven, Hell leads to shooting in Jacksonville, Florida

An investigation revealed that the victim and the suspect, Ke’shawn NeSmith, became involved in an argument after a funeral for a family member.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — New details have been released following a shooting in Jacksonville’s Woodstock neighborhood this past weekend.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office says on Saturday, patrol officers were dispatched to the 1200 block of Melson Avenue regarding a person shot.

An investigation revealed that the victim and the suspect, Ke’shawn NeSmith, became involved in an argument after a funeral for a family member. Police say the dispute was regarding Heaven and Hell. 

JSO says the suspect stated he did not believe in God and the victim was a pastor who was trying to witness to him. Police say the victim and the suspect are second cousins. 

At last check, the victim was undergoing surgery for his gunshot wound/s.

NeSmith was charged with attempted murder, use of a firearm during a felony and carrying a concealed firearm.

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This article originally appeared in First Coast Times

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