Authorities are searching for a man accused of fatally shooting a woman in Gainesville on Tuesday night before leading officers on a vehicle chase.
According to the Gainesville Police Department, officers responded to reports of gunfire at the Creeks Edge Condos on Northwest 23rd Boulevard shortly before 10 p.m.
When officers arrived, they found a 23-year-old woman suffering from gunshot wounds. She was pronounced dead at the scene.
Investigators identified 31-year-old Xavion Perry as the suspect. Police say he fled the area immediately after the shooting.
Around 11:30 p.m., officers in Daytona Beach spotted Perry’s vehicle and began a pursuit. Deputies with the Volusia County Sheriff’s Office later joined the chase.
During the pursuit, Perry abandoned the vehicle and ran onto a pier before jumping down onto the beach. Officers then lost sight of him.
Perry remains at large. Authorities said he was last seen wearing all black with white socks and sneakers.
Investigators do not believe Perry is still in the Gainesville area, and Volusia County authorities continue to search for him. Officials urge anyone who sees Perry to call 911 immediately and warn the public not to approach him.
Authorities are asking anyone with information about Perry’s whereabouts to contact the Gainesville Police Department at 352-393-7500. Anonymous tips can also be submitted through Alachua County Crime Stoppers Inc. or by calling 352-372-STOP (7867).
According to Daytona Beach Police Department officials, Perry has a prior criminal history that includes charges of grand theft, domestic violence, and resisting an officer.
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