17-year-old suspect arrested after downtown Orlando shooting leaves 2 dead, 6 injured

This story was originally published by Cathleigh Winningham and Brandon Hogan at our sister station WKMG-TV News 6/ClickOrlando.com in central Florida.

Eight people were shot early Friday in downtown Orlando, two of whom died, police said.

Two people were killed and six were wounded in the shooting, Orlando Police Chief Eric Smith said during a news conference, adding that a 17-year-old suspect, identified as Jalen Dwayne Walker, had been arrested.

An emergency call came in just after 1 a.m., indicating that several people had been shot in the B-dul Central area. and Orange Avenue, according to the Orlando Police Department. A second call came in from Washington Street and Orange Avenue, Smith said.

“Shortly after the reported shooting, a shooting suspect was located and taken into custody at Washington and Orange,” Smith said, referring to Walker.

As of this writing, Walker is believed to be the only suspect in the shooting, according to Smith.

The victims range in age from 19 to 39, Smith said.

Based on current information, Orange-Osceola State’s Attorney Andrew Bain said during the news conference that Walker will likely be charged as an adult pending further investigation.

News 6 is awaiting word from police on any additional details.

This is a developing story. Check back here for updates.