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Wimauma Teen Charged with Attempted Murder

Osvaldo Rodriguez | Hillsborough Sheriff | Arrests

He is accused of shooting a 16 year old, Hillsborough deputies said.

HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY – A 19 year old from Wimauma was arrested Thursday (June 22) in connection with the shooting of another teen, according to the Hillsborough Sheriff’s Office.

Osvaldo Rodriguez, 19, of Wimauma, was charged with second degree attempted murder.

The shooting happened about 2:01 a.m. June 9. Deputies said the 16 year old was driving south on West Lake Drive from North Street when he saw Rodriguez standing with two other people. Rodriguez had a handgun, which he aimed toward the 16 year old’s vehicle and began shooting. Deputies said the 16 year old suffered life threatening injuries.

For information about the Hillsborough sheriff, go to hcso.tampa.fl.us.

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