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Father Arrested for Second-Degree Murder After Son Fatally Shot in South Florida

In a tragic incident that unfolded on Friday afternoon in South Florida, a man was shot and killed, allegedly by his own father. The suspect, identified as 52-year-old David Contreras, has been charged with second-degree murder and is currently in police custody.

Authorities received a distressing report around 2 p.m. regarding a domestic disturbance at a residence on Southwest 84th Avenue, as reported by CBS Miami. Upon arriving at the scene, law enforcement discovered 21-year-old Erik Contreras suffering from a gunshot wound. Sadly, he was pronounced dead at the scene.

The incident took a chilling turn when it was revealed that David Contreras, the victim’s father, had called 911 to report his son’s death. However, after further investigation, police determined the shooting to be a domestic-related murder and subsequently detained David Contreras.

According to an arrest affidavit obtained by CBS Miami, David Contreras allegedly shot his son multiple times for reasons that remain unknown. The motive behind this tragic act of violence is yet to be determined as the investigation continues.

WTVJ-TV reports that the 52-year-old suspect has been formally charged with second-degree murder. Although the incident has left the local community in shock, authorities have assured residents that this was an isolated incident and there is no ongoing threat to public safety.

The investigation into this heartbreaking incident is currently ongoing. Law enforcement officials are diligently working to gather evidence and uncover the circumstances surrounding the fatal shooting. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available.

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