A man was shot and killed Saturday in Oakland Park, according to the Broward Sheriff's Office.
A family member has since identified the victim as Ammon Watson, 18.
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WATCH HEREThe shooting happened shortly before 12 p.m. near the 2100 block of Northwest 28th Street, authorities said.
Deputies found the 18-year-old in the driveway, who died at the scene, BSO said.
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Cousins told NBC6 that Watson became a father this year, and described the 18-year-old as a "sweet person." They said he was heading out to a store when he was shot.
More information on the motive or possible search for the shooter was not immediately available.
Detectives with BSO’s Crime Scene and Homicide Units are investigating.
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Anyone with information should call Broward Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS (8477).
