Crime & Safety

Shooting Leaves Teenager Dead, 2 Men Sought

Neighbors discovered the dead youth after hearing a gunshot outside his apartment, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

An 18-year-old youth was discovered dead outside his apartment after neighbors heard a gunshot in Riverview, according to a report from the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

Dead is David Bernard, reportedly of 10303 Marsh Harbor Lane, Apt. 1, in a shooting that detectives said they believe is drug-related.

Deputies were called to the scene Tuesday, July 16, at about 9:18 p.m.

According to the report, issued July 17, at 2:33 a.m., the search is on for "two unknown males."

The victim's address corresponds to The Park at Polos Place apartment homes in Riverview, at 10301 Marsh Harbor Way. Nearby neighborhoods include Pavilion, Sterling Ranch, Progress Village, Heather Lakes, Providence Lakes, Brandonwood, Brandon Traces and Brandon Hills.


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