one hurt after shooting in Lakeland shopping center

LAKELAND, Fla. — A 27-year-old man was taken to an area hospital with gunshot wounds after an overnight shooting in Lakeland, according to a news release.

Police say officers found the man laying on the ground around 2:20 a.m. in the Lakeland Town Center on Memorial Boulevard after gunshots rang out.

He was taken to an area hospital and is in fair condition. Authorities say he was able to speak with emergency responders who were providing care.