Lake County Manhunt for Shooting POI
Key Questions
Who is the person of interest in the Lake County manhunt?
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office is searching for armed homeless man Matthew Pasco, who has a facial scar, as the person of interest in a fatal shooting in Leesburg. He is considered armed and dangerous.
What happened during the shooting incident in Leesburg?
A fatal shooting occurred at a homeless camp on Griffin Road after a dog attack. The incident involved a botched attempt during the attack, resulting in the dog owner's death instead of stopping the dog from biting a woman.
Where did the shooting take place?
The shooting happened at a homeless camp on Griffin Road in Leesburg, Florida.
Why was Carver Middle School placed on lockdown?
Carver Middle School was locked down due to its proximity to the shooting scene and the ongoing manhunt for the armed person of interest.
What is the current status of the manhunt?
A massive manhunt is underway in Lake County for Matthew Pasco in connection with the fatal shooting. The situation is developing as a breaking safety alert.
Manhunt for armed homeless Matthew Pasco (facial scar) after fatal shooting at Leesburg Griffin Rd homeless camp: botched dog attack killed owner instead of dog biting woman; Carver Middle lockdown related. Breaking safety alert amid deputy incidents and school threats.