4 days ago
Father of suspect brings son to Leesburg police after fatal shooting
A man was fatally shot Friday evening in Leesburg and while investigators were at the scene the father of the suspect brought his son to the Police Department where he turned himself in.
Kameryn A. Pickard, 18, of Mount Dora, was arrested on charges including premeditated murder, according to a news release from the Leesburg Police Department. He remains in the Lake County Jail without bond.
Around 7 p.m. police responded to the 1000 block of Tuskegee Street in reference to a person who had been shot, the agency said.
Upon arrival, officers and EMS personnel rendered aid to 20-year-old Dontae D. Copeland, of Leesburg, who was subsequently transported to UF Health Leesburg Hospital, the release stated. The victim was pronounced dead at the hospital.
The agency said detectives and Leesburg Crime Scene investigators arrived at the scene to begin the investigation and process evidence. While they were there Pickard's father brought his son to the Police Department.
Detectives conducted an interview with Pickard and subsequently arrested in, the release stated. Detectives are working with the State Attorney's Office to determine appropriate charges.
Police said the crime scene remains active as detectives continue seeking witnesses, video surveillance and other evidence.
Anyone with information is urged to contact the Police Department at 352-787-2121 or Crimeline at 800-423-TIPS (8477). Callers can remain anonymous and could be eligible for a cash reward.
More information will be released as it becomes available.
