Lewis Dukes, a 62-year-old man from Leesburg, Florida, tragically lost his life on March 7, 2021, due to a gunshot wound. The incident occurred at his residence on 1024 Tuskegee Street. On the night of the shooting, Leesburg Police officers responded to reports of a shooting shortly after 8 p.m. Upon arrival, they found Lewis Dukes suffering from a gunshot wound to his upper torso.
Despite being conscious and able to provide information to the responding officers and medical personnel, Dukes was in critical condition. He was immediately flown to Ocala Regional Medical Center for treatment but unfortunately succumbed to his injuries later that night.
The Leesburg Police Department launched an investigation into the homicide of Lewis Dukes. Initial reports indicated that the crime did not appear to be random, suggesting that there might have been a specific motive behind the shooting. However, as of the latest updates, the motive and suspect information remained under investigation. The police have been actively seeking assistance from the public to gather any information that could lead to the identification and apprehension of the suspect(s) involved in the shooting. They have urged anyone with information to contact the Leesburg Police Department or Crimeline.
As of now, there have been no arrests made in connection with the murder of Lewis Dukes. The investigation is ongoing, and the authorities continue to follow leads and gather evidence to solve the case. The community has been encouraged to come forward with any information that might help bring justice to the family of Lewis Dukes. The tragic death of this 62-year-old man has left a significant impact on the Leesburg community, and the police are determined to find those responsible for this heinous crime.
