1 Killed In Shooting At Surf Style In Clearwater: Police

CLEARWATER, FL — Police are searching for three people of interest in connection with a fatal Tuesday night shooting in Clearwater that left a man dead.

Clearwater police said officers were called to Surf Style, 315 S. Gulfview Blvd., shortly before 8 p.m. Tuesday. The victim — identified by police as Rodney Sweeney, 22, of Largo — was taken to Morton Plant Hospital, where he later died, authorities said.

Police said the shooting happened inside the store following a physical confrontation.

No arrests have been made, according to police; however, authorities are searching for three people of interest in connection with the shooting.

"Many of our detectives and officers are working non-stop to find the killer and hold him accountable," Chief Daniel Slaughter said in a statement. "Detectives have interviewed dozens of witnesses and leveraged the technology investments made to ensure people who commit senseless violence are captured and prosecuted."

Anyone with information about the shooting or the identities of the people of interest should contact police at 727-562-4242.

Meanwhile, authorities said residents should expect an increased police presence on Clearwater Beach as the investigation continues.