A tragic incident unfolded in Fort Lauderdale as a man celebrating the New Year was fatally struck by what appears to have been a stray bullet.
During the early moments of the New Year, Chris Dillon and his partner, Angel Nunez, shared a heartfelt kiss outside their home in Fort Lauderdale. Shortly thereafter, Nunez unexpectedly collapsed. Initial reactions from Dillon suggested they thought a firecracker had exploded nearby. However, the grim reality soon set in as Dillon discovered a concerning wound on Nunez’s stomach, prompting a frantic call to 911.
In the recorded call, Dillon’s distress is evident as he urgently conveyed to the operator that his partner might have been struck by a bullet, contrary to their belief it was a firecracker. The noise emanated from across the river, a distance that required precision to inflict such harm. The situation was dire, and Dillon’s emotional turmoil was palpable as he pleaded for immediate assistance for Nunez, who lay unresponsive.
The arrival of police and paramedics marked a critical point in the incident, but tragically, Nunez was pronounced dead hours later. Dillon recounted the devastating moment, expressing heartbreak over the sudden and inexplicable loss of his partner.
This incident follows a recent case in Miami-Dade where police confirmed a stray bullet claimed the life of a 10-year-old girl. Such events highlight the unintended consequences of gunfire, particularly during celebrations, leaving communities in grief and search for answers.
The untimely demise of Angel Nunez serves as a tragic reminder of the potential dangers associated with celebratory gunfire. As communities strive for safer celebrations, this incident underscores the necessity for awareness and caution to prevent further tragedies.
Source: Nbcmiami
