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Police: Man killed, woman & child injured in Orlando shooting

ORLANDO, Fla. — A woman and child were injured and a man died following a shooting Tuesday evening, according to Orlando police.

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The shooting happened around 8 p.m. in the 1100 block of Poppy Avenue near South Kirman Road and Raleigh Street. The woman and child were found with gunshot injuries and transported to the hospital.

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Police said the woman and child are in critical condition.

Investigators said a man believed to be involved in the shooting was dropped off at a hospital where he died.

Anyone with information on the shooting is urged to call Orlando police or Crimeline at 800-423-8477.

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No further details were immediately available. Channel 9 has a crew on the scene to gather more information.

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Adam Poulisse, WFTV.com

Adam Poulisse joined WFTV in November 2019.

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