Odalys Bancroft and Theodore Couto Obituary: Tragic Murder-Suicide Outside Chase Bank in West Kendall Claims Lives of Mother and 4-Year-Old Son – Death Notice and Celebration of Life.
Odalys Bancroft, a 43-year-old woman, and her 4-year-old son, Theodore Couto, also known as Teddy, were tragically killed in a murder-suicide outside a Chase Bank in West Kendall. The gunman, identified as Michael Andres Pineda Lozano, 41, was the ex-boyfriend of Odalys. Lozano shot and killed Odalys and her son before turning the gun on himself.
Odalys and her son were at the bank’s ATM when Lozano’s SUV pulled up next to them. The senseless act of violence has left the community in shock and mourning. Odalys was a director of regulatory affairs at Jackson Health System, and her brother, Michael Trujillo, described her as a kind and compassionate person. Teddy had just received his PreK-4 diploma and was set to turn five next month.
The tragic incident was captured on camera by a witness at the bank, but NBC6 has paused the footage prior to the gunfire. Michael Trujillo expressed his disbelief and shock at the senseless act of violence, stating that he never imagined anything like this could happen. The family of Odalys and Theodore has set up a GoFundMe campaign to assist with funeral expenses and other needs.
The community is coming together to support the family and celebrate the lives of Odalys and Theodore. Odalys was a dedicated professional and a loving mother, and her son was a bright and curious child. Their lives were cut short in a senseless act of violence, but their memories will live on in the hearts of those who knew them.
The investigation into the murder-suicide is ongoing, but police have confirmed that Lozano was the ex-boyfriend of Odalys and that the shooting was a domestic violence incident. The community is rallying around the family, offering support and condolences during this difficult time.
Odalys and Theodore’s deaths are a tragic reminder of the devastating consequences of domestic violence.
Their lives were taken far too soon, but their memories will live on through the impact they had on those around them. We celebrate their lives and mourn their loss, and we will continue to tell their stories to honor their memories.
As we say goodbye to Odalys and Theodore, we take comfort in the knowledge that their legacy will live on. We will continue to support the family and work towards creating a community where such tragedies never happen again.
Rest in peace, Odalys and Theodore. Your memories will be deeply missed, but your legacy will live on in our hearts.
The family of Odalys and Theodore has asked for privacy during this difficult time, but they have expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support from the community. A memorial service will be held in their honor, and details will be announced soon.
