'Armed and dangerous' suspect sought after shooting, vehicle thefts in Marion County

Marion County sheriff’s deputies are searching for a 49-year-old man wanted in connection with a shooting and the theft of two vehicles Thursday morning, authorities said.The Marion County Sheriff’s Office identified the suspect as Leroy Parks III.Deputies said Parks left a home on Southeast 192nd Court in Ocklawaha after a shooting about 5:45 a.

m. and then stole two vehicles. The shooting victim was taken to a hospital with injuries that were not considered life-threatening.

Authorities said Parks may still have a firearm and should be considered armed and dangerous.Investigators believe Parks may be driving a stolen white 2016 Nissan Titan with Florida license plate 31DVBK.The Sheriff’s Office urged anyone who sees Parks or the vehicle to call 911 immediately and not approach him.