Man shot while trying to rob his drug dealer near Lake Wales, officials say

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A man who attempted to rob his drug dealer was shot and killed Tuesday near Lake Wales, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office said.

The shooting occurred in the area of ​​West Northside Drive, just outside the Lake Wales city limits.

The man, whose identity has not been publicly disclosed, has an “extensive” criminal past, according to MPs.

The shooter, whose identity is also unknown, is in custody and cooperating with officers.

A sheriff’s office spokesman said more information is expected to be released Wednesday.

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