Camera Store Robbery Leaves Owner Injured

In New Port Richey, Florida, a local camera store became the scene of a violent robbery that left longtime owner Jim Smetzer injured and sent shockwaves through the community. The incident unfolded during regular business hours when two individuals, posing as ordinary customers, entered the store and rapidly escalated the situation. The robbers, who appeared to have planned their actions in advance, seized over $4,000 worth of cameras, lenses, and related equipment.