Police Told Gun Pulled Before Man Was Run Over

MAYPORT, Fla. -- An investigation into the death of a 28-year-old man run over outside a Mayport nightclub early Sunday morning turned into a possible crime.
Jacksonville Fire-Rescue Division Lt. Mike Peery said paramedics found a man lying underneath a vehicle outside the Bikini Beach Lounge on Mayport Road about 2 a.m.
The victim, Mark Hodges, was pronounced dead at the scene.
Witnesses told police that in the minutes before the man was run over, there was an argument in the parking lot and gun was produced.
Police said the investigation was continuing.
Anyone who witnessed what occurred or has any information is asked to call Crimestoppers at 866-845-TIPS.