Multiple fatalities in shooting at Dollar General in Jacksonville, Florida; suspected shooter dead - ABC News

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"This is a tragic moment. My heart is heavy," Councilwoman Ju'Coby Pittman said.

August 26, 2023, 5:53 PM

Several people were killed in a shooting at a Dollar General in Jacksonville, Florida, on Saturday, officials said.

The city of Jacksonville confirmed to ABC News there were multiple fatalities, including the suspected shooter, in the shooting, which occurred inside and outside the store.

The incident prompted a heavy police presence on the city's westside.

Edward Water University issued a public safety alert alerting students to the shooting, which occurred near its campus. Students are being kept in their residence halls until the scene is cleared, the alert said.

PHOTO: In this screen grab from a video, law enforcement officials work at the scene of a shooting in Jacksonville, Fla., on Aug. 26, 2023. — In this screen grab from a video, law enforcement officials work at the scene of a shooting in Jacksonville, Fla., on Aug. 26, 2023.

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"This is a tragic moment. My heart is heavy," Jacksonville Councilwoman Ju'Coby Pittman told ABC Jacksonville affiliate WJXX. "The people in this community, they're hurting -- and they have every right to. This makes no sense. I am very, very angry right now."

"It's unjust that we can't even walk on the sidewalk because we're not safe in any stores," she continued.

The FBI Jacksonville field office is assisting, according to an FBI Jacksonville spokesperson.

ABC News' Bernie Lubell contributed to this report.

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.