GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Detectives are investigating after an apartment in Gainesville caught fire and a person was found dead inside.

Gainesville Fire Rescue crews responded to a fire at the Commons apartment complex on Southwest 16th Street, near the VA Hospital.

Officers say firefighters pulled a body from the burning building. The victim had a gunshot wound to the head.

Detectives are investigating the circumstances around the fire and the apparent shooting. At this time, no foul play is suspected.

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This developing story will be updated as more information is learned.

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