Man Shot Dead While Allegedly Trying to Force His Way to Ex-Girlfriend

A man in Leesburg, Florida, was shot dead Saturday night while allegedly trying to force his way into a home to get to his ex-girlfriend.

WFTV reported that deputies were dispatched to the scene around 9:20 p.m.

The man, as yet unidentified, allegedly “arrived unannounced while his ex-girlfriend was visiting the home.” His arrival was followed by an altercation with the homeowner; then at least one shot was fired and the man was killed.

FOX 35 noted that the Lake County Sheriff’s Office said, “The male subject attempted to force his way into the residence during the altercation.”

Investigators are now trying to work out details related to the incident, such as whether the man was ever allowed to be in the home and how he allegedly attempted to make entry on Saturday.

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