Plant City father fatally shoots son on Christmas night, deputies say

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A family feud on Christmas night turned deadly after an elderly man fatally shot his son, deputies said.

The fatal shooting occurred on Forbes Road near Sydney Road in Plant City, according to Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies said someone called 911 from inside the home to report that 82-year-old Guy Vickery shot his 50-year-old son, Benjamin Vickery. 

The shooting occurred during an argument between the two, officials said. Benjamin was transported to South Florida Baptist Hospital, where he died from his injuries. 

Deputies did not say whether any arrests were made. Officials said no further updates will be released Wednesday.

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