Fatal Shooting Follows Traffic Accident in Jacksonville: 33-Year-Old Angel Balderas Killed, Shooter in Custody; Investigation Ongoing, Community Demands Answers and Justice
A tragic and disturbing incident unfolded in Jacksonville, Florida, late Thursday night, resulting in the fatal shooting of 33-year-old Angel Balderas following a traffic accident. The Jacksonville Police Department (JPD) responded to the scene around 11:52 p.m. near the intersection of Myrtle Drive and Sam Boles Road.
_Incident Details and Investigation Timeline_
Upon arrival, police discovered Balderas, a vehicle occupant, who had sustained a single gunshot wound. Emergency responders promptly transported him to a nearby hospital, where he was subsequently pronounced dead. Authorities confirmed that the shooter was apprehended and questioned at the Jacksonville Police Department; however, no charges have been filed at this time.
The JPD has not provided further details about the events leading up to the shooting or the decision not to press charges. The case remains under active investigation, and law enforcement will not be releasing additional information at this time.
_Community Reaction and Demand for Justice_
The news of Angel Balderas’s tragic death has sent shockwaves through the community, with friends, family, and acquaintances taking to social media to express their condolences and demand justice.
“We are devastated by the loss of Angel, and our hearts go out to his family and loved ones,” said a community leader. “We urge the authorities to conduct a thorough and transparent investigation, and we demand justice for Angel and his family.”
_Police Response and Investigation Update_
The Jacksonville Police Department has reassured the community that they are committed to conducting a thorough and impartial investigation into the fatal shooting.
“We understand the concerns and fears of our community, and we want to assure them that we are working diligently to determine the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident,” said a police spokesperson. “We urge anyone with information to come forward and assist us in our investigation.”
_Investigative Timeline and Next Steps_
As the investigation into the fatal shooting of Angel Balderas continues, the following timeline outlines the key events and next steps:
– Thursday, [date], around 11:52 p.m.: Traffic accident occurs near the intersection of Myrtle Drive and Sam Boles Road.
– Thursday, [date], around 11:52 p.m.: Angel Balderas sustains a single gunshot wound and is transported to a nearby hospital.
– Thursday, [date], around 11:52 p.m.: Balderas is pronounced dead at the hospital.
– Ongoing: Jacksonville Police Department conducts investigation, urges anyone with information to come forward.
– Ongoing: Community demands justice and transparency in the investigation.
The investigation is ongoing, and more information will be released as it becomes available.
