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Walgreens Shooting Near TPC Sawgrass Leaves Two Dead

3/14/2026

Summary

Story summary

Two people were killed in a Walgreens shooting near TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.
Christian Barrios, 32, fled the scene.
Authorities captured Barrios around 8 a.m. Saturday after a police chase.
Sheriff Rob Hardwick described the incident as domestic violence, noting Barrios had a long criminal history and knew the victims.
The PGA delayed fan entry until 9 a.m. due to operational considerations.

History

Historical Context

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), enacted on September 13, 1994, marked a pivotal shift in addressing domestic violence in the U.S. by providing over $100 million annually for shelters and support services. Despite significant progress, recent incidents, such as the shooting involving Christian Barrios in Ponte Vedra Beach, underscore the ongoing challenges in combating domestic violence and highlight the need for continued advocacy and legislative efforts.

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Story summary

Two people were killed in a Walgreens shooting near TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.
Christian Barrios, 32, fled the scene.
Authorities captured Barrios around 8 a.m. Saturday after a police chase.
Sheriff Rob Hardwick described the incident as domestic violence, noting Barrios had a long criminal history and knew the victims.
The PGA delayed fan entry until 9 a.m. due to operational considerations.

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