News conference scheduled at 10:15 p.m.

Apopka police

APOPKA, Fla. – Apopka police are set to hold a news briefing on Monday night to discuss a shooting investigation.

According to police, the shooting happened on Monday near the Northwest Recreation Complex.

Apopka Police Chief Mike McKinley said that at around 8:20 p.m., police responded to the recreation center over reports about the shooting during the Pop Warner football team’s practice.

Upon arrival, police were able to “secure the individual that had a firearm,” McKinley explained during a press conference.

Police said the briefing is scheduled for 10:15 p.m. at 3710 Jason Dwelley Parkway.

No additional information has been provided at this time.

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