Jacksonville: 3 dead, 12 injured in separate shootings in last 2 days

A violent weekend in Jacksonville has left three people dead and at least 12 others injured in separate shootings, including two deadly incidents connected to Halloween parties.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (DUANEWS) — November 2, 2026 — Jacksonville is facing renewed concerns about gun violence after a series of shootings over the weekend left three people dead and 12 others injured across different neighborhoods.

The incidents occurred between Saturday, October 31, and Sunday, November 1, with some of the most serious violence unfolding during Halloween celebrations.

The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office is investigating the shootings, which occurred at separate locations. Authorities have not indicated that the incidents are connected.

Halloween Party in Arlington Turns Deadly

One of the most disturbing incidents happened early Sunday morning near Arlington Expressway, in the area of the Regency Inn.

According to local reports, gunfire erupted around 1:42 a.m. following a confrontation involving people waiting to enter a Halloween party.

A 17-year-old girl was killed, while two other people were wounded.

Investigators believe the victims were not directly involved in the confrontation that led to the shooting.

The teenager’s death has raised serious concerns about safety at large gatherings, particularly events attracting young people.

Police continued investigating the circumstances surrounding the shooting, and no arrest had been announced in the initial reports.

Ten People Shot at Durkeeville Halloween Gathering

Just hours later, another Halloween celebration ended in tragedy in Jacksonville’s Durkeeville neighborhood.

Around 3:50 a.m. Sunday, officers responded to reports of gunfire near Wilcox Street and Fifth Street, where a large gathering was taking place.

Authorities reported that approximately 100 to 200 people were attending the event.

Ten people were shot, including a young man who died from his injuries.

Nine others were wounded, including a 15-year-old girl. One injured person was initially reported to be in critical condition.

The shooting triggered a major police investigation as detectives worked to determine what caused the violence and identify those responsible.

The two Halloween-related shootings alone left two people dead and 11 others injured.

Third Person Killed on East 27th Street

The violence continued Sunday afternoon.

At approximately 5:30 p.m., Jacksonville police responded to a shooting in the 1500 block of East 27th Street.

Officers found a man suffering from gunshot wounds.

He was transported to a hospital, where he later died.

Investigators began collecting evidence and interviewing individuals who might have information about the shooting.

The circumstances leading to the gunfire remained under investigation in the initial reports.

This incident brought the reported weekend death toll from the separate shootings to three.

Woman Injured in Saturday Morning Shooting

Another shooting occurred early Saturday morning, October 31, in the 7200 block of Atlantic Boulevard.

Police reported that a woman in her 30s was shot around 4 a.m.

She was transported to a hospital in stable condition.

Investigators were working to establish what happened and identify the person responsible.

Including this incident, the four separate shootings left three people dead and 12 others injured.

Jacksonville Police Also Investigating Officer-Involved Shooting

In a separate incident Sunday evening, Jacksonville officers were involved in a shooting near Broxton Bay Drive, in the River City Marketplace area.

The incident involved an armed individual and prompted an additional investigation.

It is not included in the three-death, 12-injury total because it is being treated as a separate officer-involved shooting.

Investigations Continue

As of the initial reports reviewed Monday morning, investigators were still working to determine the circumstances behind the separate shootings and identify those responsible.

The reported casualty figures may change as police release additional information.

As investigations continue, authorities are asking anyone with information about the shootings to contact the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office.

Residents can report information to JSO at 904-630-0500. Anonymous tips may also be submitted through First Coast Crime Stoppers at 1-866-845-TIPS (8477).