DeLand Shooting: Latest Updates, Police Response, and What We Know About the Florida Incident

DELAND, Fla. — Authorities continue to investigate a fatal shooting in DeLand, Florida, that claimed the lives of two young men and has prompted an increased law enforcement presence across the community. Detectives are asking anyone with information to come forward as they work to identify those responsible.

Two Victims Found with Gunshot Wounds

According to the DeLand Police Department, officers responded at approximately 10:40 p.m. to an industrial property located at 213 W. New York Avenue, where they discovered two young men suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. Both victims were pronounced dead at the scene.

The victims have been identified as Dustin Rose, 19, and Samson Campbell, 18. Investigators believe the two knew each other, though they have not disclosed a possible motive for the shooting.

Investigation Remains Active

The DeLand Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division is leading the case with assistance from other law enforcement agencies.

Detectives are currently working to:

• Establish a complete timeline of events.
• Identify the person or persons responsible.
• Review surveillance footage and digital evidence.
• Interview witnesses and associates of the victims.
• Process forensic evidence collected from the scene.

Authorities have confirmed that no arrests have been announced, and investigators continue to pursue multiple leads.

Increased Police Presence

As concern has grown throughout the community, DeLand police have increased patrols in neighborhoods across the city while reassuring residents that detectives are working diligently to solve the case.

Officials have acknowledged widespread community concern and continue encouraging residents to report any information that may assist investigators.

Public Asked to Help

Investigators are urging anyone who may have witnessed suspicious activity near West New York Avenue or who has surveillance, dashcam, or cellphone footage from the area to contact the DeLand Police Department.

Even seemingly minor details could prove valuable as detectives continue piecing together the events leading up to the shooting.

Investigation Continues

The fatal shooting has deeply affected the DeLand community as family members, friends, and residents await answers. Police say additional information will be released as the investigation progresses and are asking the public to avoid spreading unverified rumors while detectives continue their work.