Release updated on 11-13-24 at 12:19 PM

Update: Homicide of Anthony Ly

Detectives arrested one suspect, Eddie Smith III (08/09/1998), for Felony 1st Degree Murder on November 7th for the death of Anthony Ly on October 30th.

However, Detectives are still searching for a second suspect. Datrik Pettis (11/22/2000) is wanted for Felony 1st Degree Murder.

Anthony Ly (11/10/2003) was shot and killed on the evening of October 30th in a driveway in the 2800 block of 16th Ave. S.

A reward for information is still being offered.

If you have any information on this homicide, contact Crime Stoppers of Pinellas, at 1-800-873-TIPS. You may remain anonymous and be eligible for up to a $5,000 reward for information leading to an arrest.

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Release updated on 10-31-24 at 3:52 PM

The victim has been identified as 20-year-old Anthony Ly. He remains in extremely critical condition.

Anyone with information on this case, who wishes to remain anonymous, should contact Crime Stoppers of Pinellas County. They may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to an arrest. 1-800-873-TIPS.

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Release posted on 10-30-24 at 7:38 PM

Tonight at about 5 p.m., police responded to a call of a man down in a driveway at 2814 16th Avenue South.

He had suffered a gunshot wound and was transported to Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital. No update on his condition but he was seriously injured.

The victim does not live at the home. Investigators are working to determine why he was there and who shot him.

We will send an update when more information becomes available.