Two people shot and killed outside Players Championship

Two people were shot and killed at a Walgreens around a mile from TPC Sawgrass, delaying gates opening at the Players Championship on Saturday.

The shooting took place at 10:30 p.m. on Friday, according to the St. John’s County Sheriff’s Office.

Christian Barrios, the suspect in the shooting, was apprehended by police on Saturday morning, according to News 4 Jax, after being tracked by canine units.

Golfer Jordan Smith plays his shot from the 17th tee at TPC Sawgrass during THE PLAYERS Championship 2026, with spectators filling the stands and hillsides, and a large video screen displaying event information next to two palm trees. — Jordan Smith of England plays his shot from the 17th tee during the second round of THE PLAYERS Championship 2026 at THE PLAYERS Stadium course at TPC Sawgrass on March 13, 2026 Getty Images

Sheriff Rob Hardwick said the gunman entered PGA Tour property, encountered an employee and even picked up and dropped a PGA Tour radio at one point while fleeing. He also stole a BMW and committed a burglary while on the run.

Gates at TPC Sawgrass did not open until 9 a.m., but tee times were unchanged, and Seamus Power took his first swing at 8:15 a.m. Hospitality started at 11 a.m., according to Golf Channel.

This is a developing story.

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