Darius Towns dies in fatal Winter Garden shooting
Fatal Winter Garden shooting death of Darius Towns
A tragic shooting event unfolded very early on Tuesday morning in the Winter Garden area, specifically at the Westside Townhomes complex. This incident claimed one life and left another person injured. Law enforcement responded to the scene shortly before midnight on Tuesday.
Investigators arrived at 1054 Dolphin Drive to find two individuals suffering injuries from gunfire. Upon entering the residence, officers detected the presence of marijuana and discovered multiple empty shell casings nearby. According to the probe, two suspects approached the home and fired several shots inside. Surveillance video from the location showed a third individual escaping from the premises with some personal belongings, and their role in the event is still unknown.
Both victims were rushed to a medical facility, but a 25-year-old man named Darius Towns did not survive his wounds. The other injured person is currently in stable health. The ongoing investigation has identified several potential witnesses, but their cooperation has been minimal, with limited information provided.
Officials are actively searching for the lone suspect who escaped the scene and is still at large. Anyone with relevant details is encouraged to reach out to Detective Kevin Burger or Sergeant Dave Clarke via their contact numbers, or through the CRIMELINE tip line. The case remains under active examination by authorities.
This report is based on information released by the Winter Garden Police Department on June 24, 2025. For further updates, readers can monitor FOX 35 Orlando’s coverage as the investigation continues to develop.
