MARION COUNTY, Fla. — Deputies in Marion County are investigating a deadly stabbing near Ocala.
Investigators said 62-year-old William Kennedy III was found stabbed around 8:45 p.m. Tuesday in the 4000 block of W Highway 326.
Despite receiving medical aid and being transported to a local hospital, Kennedy succumbed to his injuries.
Detectives are actively investigating the incident, which they believe to be isolated.
Deputies said they are actively searching for Kennedy’s killer.
Channel 9 is working to gather more information and will provide updates on Eyewitness News.
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