Altercation outside Irish pub escalates into shooting

PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. (WWSB) - Deputies are investigating a shooting that occurred early Sunday morning following a physical altercation outside an Irish pub in Port Charlotte.

Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) responded around 2 a.m. to the 2600-2700 block of Tamiami Trail after receiving reports of gunfire. When they arrived, they found witnesses, victims and video evidence indicating a fight had broken out shortly after closing time at Paddy Wagon Irish Pub.

Investigators determined the altercation began after the pub closed and continued near a nearby food truck vendor. During the fight, several shots were fired.

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No injuries were reported as a result of the gunfire. However, deputies said multiple individuals involved in the fight sustained injuries. One person was transported to a local hospital, treated for minor injuries and later released.

CCSO have said that they are continuing to investigate the scene and have not located any suspects at this time.

CCSO are also asking that if anyone has information to call the CCSO non-emergency number 941-639-2101.