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Man dies after Friday night shooting in Riviera Beach

A man shot in the 3101 block of Avenue R in Riviera Beach died at the hospital, and police say the shooting appears isolated.

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A man died after being shot Friday night in Riviera Beach, police said.

Officers with the Riviera Beach Police Department responded to a ShotSpotter alert around 10:23 p.m. in the 3101 block of Avenue R. They found a man with a gunshot wound. He was taken to St. Mary’s Medical Center for treatment, but he died from his injuries, police said.

Investigators believe the shooting was an isolated incident and that there is no ongoing threat to the community. Police have not released the victim’s identity and have not announced any arrests.

The investigation remains active. Anyone with information is asked to contact the Riviera Beach Police Department.

This story is a summary based on reporting by WPBF 25 News. Read the original for full details.

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