Reports of a shooting closed Park Boulevard and suspended services at a Seminole church as law enforcement swarmed the area Sunday morning to investigate.
Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a call about an armed person near Park Boulevard and 134th Street N, according to a news release.
Oakhurst United Methodist Church suspended service due to heavy law enforcement presence and road closures. Officials said the incident did not involve the church.
“Our property is being used as a staging area for the Sheriff’s Department,” the church wrote on its Facebook page.
Outside the church in the early morning light Sunday, Pastor Nathan Carlson said the shooting had been across the street, adding, “We’re praying for those involved.”
Deputies are asking people to avoid the area.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
