Staff report from Alachua County Sheriff’s Office social media post

ALACHUA, Fla. – Alachua County Sheriff’s Deputies are in the area of the Hills of Santa Fe neighborhood, seeking an armed 14-year-old suspect who fled from law enforcement.

ASO reported at 8:23 p.m. that the suspect is in custody and more information will be provided at a later time.

As of 7:20 p.m., ASO reports that they are still searching for the suspect: “Deputies are utilizing K-9 units and SWAT personnel to methodically search the area, while ACFR’s Drone Team and our Aviation unit assist with air support. We thank all of the residents in the immediate area for their patience as we attempt to peacefully resolve this incident.”

The suspect is described as a black male, 14 years old and five feet tall, wearing a gray shirt and orange or red basketball shorts. He is believed to be armed, and the Sheriff’s Office asks anyone who sees him to call 911.

Residents of the area are asked to shelter in place and keep doors locked.

To provide non-emergency information to the agency, please call 352-955-1818, option 5.