“Teen Shooter Arrested After Chaos Erupts at Naples Fireworks; Victim’s Mother Calls Out Justice System”

Accident – Death – Obituary News : **Title: Brave Good Samaritan Comes to the Aid of Shooting Victim in Naples**

**Date: Friday, [Insert Date], Year**

**Introduction**

Deputy Warren Day initially mistook the sound of gunfire for fireworks. However, the chaotic scene that unfolded on the Naples Causeway on July 4 left him and the crowd of over 1,000 people in shock and fear. Amidst the panic, one brave individual, Sam Luebbert, rushed to the aid of 16-year-old Tyler Fusco after he was shot during a fistfight. This article delves into the details of the incident, the arrest of the suspected shooter, and the impact on Fusco’s recovery.

**The Terrifying Incident**

Tyler Fusco, a junior at Westbrook High School, had come to Naples to spend time with his grandparents and watch the Fourth of July fireworks. Little did he know that his peaceful evening would turn into a nightmare. Fusco encountered Alexzander Goodwin, whom he later learned was the person involved in the shooting, while playing basketball with a friend near the town office. An argument ensued, possibly related to Goodwin’s girlfriend, but Fusco left the group to join his grandparents on their boat.

Later, Fusco received a call from his basketball friend, informing him that Goodwin had returned and punched him. Fusco returned to the causeway, confronted Goodwin near Rick’s Cafe, and a physical altercation broke out. The fight escalated when Goodwin pulled out a black handgun from his bag and shot Fusco multiple times. As chaos ensued, Sam Luebbert, a 26-year-old from Auburn, rushed to Fusco’s aid and provided initial first aid.

**The Search for the Shooter**

Law enforcement swiftly launched an investigation to identify and apprehend the shooter. Witnesses reported seeing several teenagers running from the scene, and police found an abandoned gun and bag near the Causeway Dairy Bar, which contained prescription medication with Goodwin’s name. Interviews with teenagers who witnessed the incident further pointed to Goodwin as the suspect. Additionally, police discovered that Goodwin had a history of drug use and violence.

Police tracked Goodwin to his grandparents’ home in Bridgton, where ammunition for a 9mm handgun was found in the bedroom he occasionally stayed in. Although Goodwin’s family claimed they hadn’t seen him since the shooting, police received a tip that his sister might have picked him up and driven him around town. Surveillance of multiple locations eventually led to Goodwin’s arrest on July 6 near the Portland Expo.

**Legal Proceedings and Frustration**

Goodwin is currently facing charges of attempted murder, elevated aggravated assault, unlawful trafficking of scheduled drugs, and other lesser crimes. Despite attempts by prosecutors to revoke his bail, a judge denied the motion. Fusco’s mother, Shauna Palanza, expressed her frustration with the legal system, comparing Goodwin’s seemingly lenient treatment to other cases where individuals with a history of violence were not adequately prevented from causing harm.

**Road to Recovery**

Tyler Fusco’s shoulder injury has been slower to heal than expected, preventing him from participating in his beloved sports of football and baseball. The physical and emotional toll of the incident has left him battling depression. However, Fusco’s family remains determined to support his recovery and seek justice for the trauma he endured.

**Conclusion**

The shooting incident on the Naples Causeway on July 4 brought terror and chaos to the Fourth of July celebration. Thanks to the courageous actions of Sam Luebbert, Tyler Fusco received immediate aid despite the fleeing shooter. While legal proceedings continue, Fusco’s family hopes for a fair outcome that will prevent further harm caused by individuals like Goodwin. The road to recovery may be long, but the support and determination of the community will guide Fusco towards healing and justice..