Crime
18-Year-Old Arrested in Connection to Fatal Shooting of Naples Woman
NAPLES, FL – Authorities have arrested an 18-year-old man in connection with the murder of 20-year-old Emily Ruiz, who was shot and killed early Wednesday morning in South Naples.
According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, the shooting occurred between midnight and 1 a.m. at the intersection of Texas Avenue and Mitchell Street.
Ruiz was transported to a hospital but was pronounced deceased shortly after arrival.
Following an investigation, deputies arrested Gael Garcia-Castro, 18, on Saturday.
He has been charged with second-degree murder and tampering with evidence.
Officials confirmed that Garcia-Castro and Ruiz were known to each other and that the shooting was not a random act.
The sheriff’s office emphasized that this was an isolated incident with no ongoing threat to the public.
The investigation remains active as authorities continue to gather evidence.
BELLEVUE, NE – A 23-year-old man has been arrested and charged with second-degree murder following a fatal shooting late Thursday night at a Bellevue apartment complex, authorities confirmed.
According to the Bellevue Police Department (BPD), officers responded to reports of a shooting at approximately 10:30 p.m. at an apartment complex near 13th Street and Galvin Road, just west of Bellevue East High School.
Upon arrival, officers discovered 21-year-old George Negrete suffering from a gunshot wound.
Officers immediately administered lifesaving measures before Negrete was transported to a nearby hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Investigators determined that the shooting stemmed from a physical altercation between Negrete and the suspect, identified as 23-year-old Christian Lara.
During the confrontation, authorities say Lara allegedly assaulted a 20-year-old woman before shooting Negrete in the leg.
Lara sustained injuries during the altercation and was treated before being taken into custody.
He has been formally charged with second-degree murder, second-degree assault, use of a weapon to commit a felony, and terroristic threats.
The female victim sustained minor injuries but declined medical treatment at the scene.
The investigation remains active as authorities continue gathering evidence and conducting interviews.
Anyone with additional information is urged to contact the Bellevue Police Department.