Shooting victim found dead in South St. Pete alley, police say

St. Petersburg police are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred Thursday.

Police said the man's body was found in an alleyway within the 4500 block of 22nd Avenue South. Officers responded to the area around 3:30 p.m.

He was not publicly identified. Police said the victim was in his 40s.

No other information was immediately provided, including whether a suspect was identified or in custody. 

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The events leading up to the shooting remain under investigation.

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