(Fort Myers, FL: December 29, 2009) - At 8:06 p.m. on December 28 the Fort Myers Police Department responded to 2427 E. Mall Drive in reference to a shooting. When officers arrived they found two individuals suffering from gunshot wounds. Darrick Crawford (d.o.b. 03/31/79, 2427 E. Mall Drive) was transported to Lee Memorial Hospital with non-life threatening injuries. Christopher McFoley (d.o.b. 01/31/86, 3288 Williin Street) was pronounced dead at the scene.
According to witnesses, McFoley and a second suspect attempted to rob Crawford as he exited the elevator at the apartment complex. A struggle ensued and shots were fired. One of the suspects fled from the scene. The unidentified suspect and McFoley were described as wearing ski masks and black clothing. Police are searching for the second suspect. Anyone with information is asked to call FMPD at 321-7700, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS or text message C-R-I-M-E-S (274637) Keyword FMPD.
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