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Two killed outside Players Championship as gunman flees onto course
- Two people were shot and killed in a Walgreens parking lot near the Players Championship in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida.
- The suspect, Christian Barrios, was arrested after a manhunt spanning Nassau County, Florida.
- Gates were delayed until 9 a.m. for the third round as security and operations were adjusted.
- Barrios allegedly shot two people overnight in a domestic violence incident near the Walgreens.
- Barrios fled on foot and stole a black BMW during the pursuit, triggering a multi-jurisdiction search.
- The gunman was pursued onto the TPC Sawgrass course by canine units as the manhunt expanded.
- Authorities confirmed Barrios had a lengthy criminal history and was out on probation.
- Officials released a photo of Barrios during the manhunt and urged residents to stay indoors.
- The Walgreens store is located about a mile from the Players Championship course.
- The incident prompted a pause in opening hospitality areas until about 11 a.m. on Saturday.
- Authorities stated the shooting occurred in a domestic violence situation and involved a gunman fleeing the area.
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