Suspect faces manslaughter charge in Zephyrhills shooting
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In a tragic incident in Zephyrhills, Florida, a 38-year-old man named Mina Foad has been charged with manslaughter in connection to a fatal shooting that took place early Thursday morning. The Zephyrhills Police responded to a disturbance call around 12:15 a. m. and discovered a 40-year-old man with a gunshot wound at a home in the Silverado subdivision. Despite being rushed to St.
Joseph’s Medical Center, the man succumbed to his injuries. Following their investigation, police arrested Foad later that morning, identifying him as the sole suspect. The department has opted not to release the victim's name due to Marsy’s Law, despite a recent Florida Supreme Court ruling that challenges the law's application regarding victim identity protection. Authorities have assured the public that the shooting was an isolated incident, seeking information from anyone who might have witnessed the altercation. This case highlights ongoing discussions about victim rights and the legal implications surrounding crime reporting in Florida.
The police encourage anyone with information to contact them at 813-780-0050.