You have permission to edit this article. BROOKSVILLE A suspect who held off deputies Friday night, Feb. 17, was shot by deputies and died. A 17 year old girl was shot and killed here. The Hernando County Sheriff's Office said that deputies arrived at Hazel Avenue and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard around 11:30 p.m. when they received reports of a double shooting. Learn More. The Sheiriffs Office has not released their names. BROOKSVILLE, FL 2 DAYS AGO WFLA Get hyperlocal forecasts, radar and weather alerts. The girl, Isabella Scavelli, was a member of Hernando HS student government and a junior on the schools tennis team. Officials will continue their investigation, and FDLE will be taking over the deputy-involved shooting portion of the investigation. Hernando County deputies said they responded late Sunday to Cobb Road following a report of a domestic disturbance. The Hernando County Sheriff's Office said that deputies arrived at Hazel Avenue and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard around 11:30 p.m. when they received reports of a double shooting. BROOKSVILLE, Fla. - Hernando County deputies say a second person has since passed away following a shooting that occurred last week. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Hear more about her and what happened here tonight on @BN9 pic.twitter.com/7YZyoVIGPI. BROOKSVILLE, Fla. - Hernando County deputies say a second person has since passed away following a shooting that occurred last week. Bennie said, I had been asleep in the chair and I was just sitting there and all of a sudden, I heard this bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang. The case is active. According to the Hernando County Sheriff's Office, deputies went to the scene of a shooting in the area of Shayne Street and Cook Avenue in Brooksville just after 1 p.m. Thursday. 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She was taken to the hospital. When neighbors came over and tried to help after the barn caught fire, they said Roosa was acting depressed and started shooting at an individual on the property and another neighbor. HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) - The Hernando County Sheriff's Office is investigating after deputies say they found a man with stab wounds in the parking lot of a Speedway in Brooksville.. Deputies said when they arrived at the scene on Jan. 6, before 9:30 p.m., one of the men was found dead at the scene. She was getting ready to graduate this year. They tried to talk to Roosa, but the suspect refused communication. BROOKSVILLE, Fla. - A Brooksville man who was suspected of shooting two people Friday evening was killed when he engaged with SWAT officers, according to the Hernando County Sheriff's Office. Toni Says: What is Medicares creditable prescription drug coverage? Nienhuis released more details in a news conference late Friday, saying at least two of his deputies shot the man, identified as Steve John Roosa, 64. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 5 highlights from DeSantis book, The Courage to Be Free, Pinellas lawyer arrested after stealing more than $840,000 from clients, deputies say, 2 more arrested in death of boy, 13, at St. Petersburg street racing event. High near 80F. Hernando County deputies said they were called to a home on Powell Road in Brooksville around 9:18. When deputies arrived, they found two victims with gunshot wounds. The school district provided the following statement on the death of Scavelli. BROOKSVILLE, Fla. - Two people were shot at a home on Powell Road in Brooksville Friday evening, according to the Hernando County Sheriff's Office. FOX 13 News Courtesy: Hernando County Sheriff's Office BROOKSVILLE, Fla. - The Hernando County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that sent one person to the hospital Thursday afternoon. Witnesses said he had been firing a gun all day, not at people but target practice, Nienhuis . Investigators began trying to get Roosa out of the home, but they said he refused to come out and did not acknowledge them. The aftermath of a heartbreaking scene in Brooksville. It happened shortly after 1 p.m. in the area of Shayne Street and Cook Avenue in Brooksville. "Upon . Witnesses said he had been firing a gun all day, not at people but target practice, Nienhuis said. When deputies and emergency crews got there, they found a building engulfed in flames and two people needing to be rescued. At one point, both men shot each other. Expect mist and reduced visibilities at times. BROOKSVILLE, Fla. - A domestic dispute in Brooksville led to a deputy-involved shooting that sent two people to a hospital. His condition was described as critical but stable. Download it here. According to the sheriff's office, two men, who are relatives, started arguing at a home near Powell Road and Griffin Road in Brooksville. No deputy was injured, according to the sheriff's office. Roosa exited the front door of the residence still armed with at least one firearm. Roosa then started shooting at them and a person who lived on the property, Nienhuis said. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. 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One of the people involved fired at least one shot at deputies, investigators said. According to authorities, deputies responded to calls of a. The deputies could hear gunshots somewhere on or the property, sheriffs officials said. SWAT deputies then shot him. 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Once SWAT was able to rescue the male victim and take him to the hospital, they broke their way into the building where Roosa was barricaded. That person has also been transported to a local trauma center.. But thats horrible. continued Bennie. In an email sent. One or more deputies returned fire. She was described by her teachers as an energetic, kind and a joyful student. Detectives confirmed one fatality on scene. I really miss her. Download our app, According to the Hernando County Sheriff's Office, 17-year-old Isabella Angelina Scavelli was shot and killed Tuesday night when two people were shot near Hazel Ave. and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. The dispute in the area of Powell Road and Griffin Road in Brooksville at about 9:18 p.m. escalated and both males were shot. Hernando County Sheriff's deputies were on the scene of a deputy-involved shooting on Cobb Road in Brooksville. This comes after two victims were taken to nearby trauma centers with gunshot wounds earlier Friday evening. READ: HCSO: Suspicious house fire kills 1 individual, multiple animals. Updated: 12:36 PM EST February 18, 2023. Ingoglia wants woke employers to pay for employees' reverse transition treatment. To view our latest e-Edition click the image on the left. As of Wednesday morning, the Sheriff's office told ABC Action News, this does not seem to be a random act. No other information was immediately provided, including what sparked the initial argument. We shine the spotlight on seniors around Tampa Bay. HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. Deputies from the Hernando County Sheriff's Office (HCSO) responded to a Shooting call at a residence on Powell Road in Brooksville around 9:18 p.m. today. One other person was also injured in the shooting. Unfortunately, there was another victim out in the open near the scene and it took some time for us to get a rescue vehicle here and get that individual rescued, Nienhuis said. Others called to report hearing gunshots in the area, and then someone called 911 to say there were people suffering from gunshot wounds. Both victims were taken to a local hospital for treatment, but Scavelli tragically passed away. The suspect who barricaded himself inside a Brooksville home after a shooting and barn fire has been shot by Hernando County deputies, the sheriff said. Its sad it did, you know? 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When deputies arrived on the scene, they found a hectic scene to say the least.. The Hernando County Sheriff's Office said that deputies arrived at. Roosa then walked out the front door, armed with at least one gun. Isabella Angelina Scavelli was fatally shot, according to a statement from the Hernando County School District. By clicking Sign Up, I confirmthat I have read and agreeto the Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. We shine the spotlight on seniors around Tampa Bay. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. 2023, Charter Communications, all rights reserved. Neighbors apparently noticed the blaze and came to try to help. Subscribe to our free Breaking News newsletter. BROOKSVILLE, Fla. The Hernando County Sheriff's Office is investigating the shooting death of a Hernando High School student. The HCSO SWAT and Crisis Response Teams were dispatched to the scene. She later died at the hospital. Update 6 p.m. EST Feb. 18 . Deputies arrived to find thick black smoke pouring from behind the home where Roosa lived, which sits on about three acres surrounded by woods. Shortly before 10:30 a.m., the Hernando County Sheriff's Office. Authorities said one of the shooting victims, 17-year-old Isabella Angelina Scavelli later died at an area hospital. Its real sad. said Bennie. Sheriff Al Neinhuis said the Emergency Operations Center got a call at 5 p.m. about a fire and shots being fired in the area of Erma and Star roads. A 2-year-old Brooksville, Florida, boy has been found alive in the woods about 24 hours after he went missing, authorities said. Hernando County Sheriff's deputies were on the scene of a deputy-involved shooting on Cobb Road in Brooksville. Copyright 2023 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. Agencies including the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, ATF and the State Fire Marshall are helping investigate the incidents. Two adults were found shot, and the sheriff's office said their conditions are unknown. The preliminary investigation revealed the incident is domestic related, according to Hernando County deputies. BROOKSVILLE, Fla. - The suspect who barricaded himself inside a Brooksville home after a shooting and barn fire has been shot by Hernando County deputies, the sheriff said. Its devastation that can be felt here and at Hernando High School, where Isabella was a junior. Low 61F. Sorry, there are no recent results for popular videos. The Hernando County Sheriff's Office said that deputies arrived at Hazel Avenue and Dr.. Scavelli, a junior,was part of the school tennis team and involved in student government, Hernando School District officials said in a release. The other victim was transported to a local trauma center and was listed in critical condition until he died. in South Brooksville at 11:30 p.m. (Photo courtesy Hernando County Schools), California Consumer Limit the Use of My Sensitive Personal Information, California Consumer Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. The SWAT Team then breached the residence and deployed chemical agents. ", Deputies looking for Steve Roosa after shooting and fire in Brooksville, Hernando sheriff: Barricaded suspect shot by deputies, 2 injured after Brooksville shooting and barn fire. There are no additional details available at this time. The confusing incident unfolded off Erma Road Friday just before 5 p.m. Deputies were called when neighbors saw a building on fire. Deputies found two victims who had been shot at the scene, including Isabella Angelina Scavelli, 17, a junior at Hernando High School. Bennie didnt know Isabella, but has grandchildren her age. She always was a good girl she never bothered nobody. BROOKSVILLE A suspect who attempted to hold off sheriff's deputies after a shooting the night of Feb. 17 was shot and killed by deputies. Anyone with information is asked to call HCSO at 352-754-6830 or, to remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward of up to $5,000, tipsters are asked to contact Hernando County Crime Stoppers. The active shooting suspect was 64-year-old Steve John Roosa. The SWAT team later broke into the house and deployed chemical agents, sheriffs officials said. The woman received medical treatment and was released from a hospital. The fire in a barn appears to have burned itself out, the sheriff said. Which is why Bennie Howard thought someone was knocking on her door at 11:30 last night. A 17-year-old girl was shot and killed in Brooksville on Tuesday night. Low 61F. One of the parties involved in the disturbance fired at least one shot at deputies. 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