Five shot at St. Petersburg nightclub as police investigate nearby hit and run crash

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The St. Petersburg Police Department is investigating a shooting that happened in the parking lot of Cabana Sands located at 4300 6th St. South.  The incident occurred shortly before midnight on Wednesday, December 25, 2019.

Detectives believe an altercation inside Cabana Sands may have led to the shooting that happened in the club’s parking lot while an officer was investigating a hit-and-run crash nearby.

Investigators have identified and are working to find two people they believe may be involved.  The investigation is still active and detectives are working to understand the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

Eight people were treated for injuries, five of which suffered non-life threatening gunshot wounds.  Most of the victims have been treated and released from the hospital.

The investigation is ongoing.  If anyone has any information about the shooting, please call our non-emergency line at 727-893-7780.  An anonymous message can also be sent by texting “SPPD” and your tip to TIP-411.