Two Women Killed in Pompano Beach Shooting; Man Detained

Broward Sheriff’s Office deputies and Pompano Beach Fire Rescue crews responded at about 8 p.m. to the 1500 block of Southwest Fifth Avenue, near an apartment complex. They found two women with gunshot wounds outside a home. Both were pronounced dead at the scene.

The women were related, but authorities have not confirmed their relationship. Investigators have not said if the gunfire started indoors or outdoors. One man was detained for questioning; authorities have not disclosed his identity or connection to the shooting.

A neighbor said people in the area heard several pops and initially thought they might be fireworks. She described the neighborhood as quiet and said she was shocked by the shooting. Investigators have not released further information about the case.