Armed juvenile killed in Deputy-involved shooting

An armed female juvenile with a stolen handgun was shot by a Monroe County Sheriff’s Office Deputy early Monday morning after she pointed the weapon at Deputies.

The Sheriff’s Office responded to a call at approximately 5:21 a.m. involving a suicidal juvenile who had stolen a firearm, broke off an attached gun lock, and walked to a remote location on Stock Island. She pointed the gun at Deputies who were attempting to de-escalate the situation.

The Sheriff’s Office immediately called for rescue and rendered aid. The juvenile was pronounced dead at Lower Keys Medical Center.

“This incident is a tragedy for everyone involved,” said Sheriff Rick Ramsay. “While the Deputy appears to have acted in self-defense, I have asked the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to conduct an independent investigation to ensure transparency.”

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