Lauderdale Lakes Shooting: Man Detained After Fatal Argument Over Loud Music
Shooting Details
A man was detained by police after his neighbor, 72-year-old Hureleyon McLean, was fatally shot in a dispute over loud music on Thanksgiving. The shooting occurred at the Somerset Lakes apartments around 3:30 p.m.
Argument Over Loud Music
According to the victim’s wife, Rose McLean, the argument started when her husband went to his neighbor’s apartment to ask him to turn down the music. The neighbor had been playing his music too loudly, and McLean went to ask him to keep the noise down.
Gunshots and Fatalities
Moments later, Rose McLean heard gunshots and rushed to the door to find her husband lying face down in the blood. Paramedics were called to the scene, but McLean was pronounced deceased.
Neighbor’s Account
The neighbor who was detained by police claimed that he acted in self-defense. He told NBC6 over the phone that he was defending himself against McLean’s aggression.
McLean Family’s Account
However, the McLean family disputes the neighbor’s account. Rose McLean said that her husband did not have any weapons and did not threaten the neighbor. She also claimed that the neighbor made more threats after her husband was killed, telling her to "shut her mouth or he would shoot her too."
Investigation and Next Steps
The Broward Sheriff’s Office is investigating the shooting. When the investigation concludes, the case will be presented to the Broward County State Attorney’s Office to determine if criminal charges will be filed.
Conclusion
The Lauderdale Lakes shooting highlights the tragic consequences of arguments and disputes. While the neighbor claims he acted in self-defense, the McLean family disputes this account. The investigation is ongoing, and it remains to be seen whether criminal charges will be filed.
FAQs
Q: What was the dispute about?
A: The dispute was over loud music, with the victim’s wife saying that her husband went to ask the neighbor to turn down the music.
Q: Who was detained by police?
A: The neighbor who was involved in the dispute was detained by police.
Q: What did the neighbor say about the shooting?
A: The neighbor claimed that he acted in self-defense and told NBC6 over the phone that he was defending himself against McLean’s aggression.
Q: What did the McLean family say about the shooting?
A: The McLean family disputes the neighbor’s account, saying that their husband did not have any weapons and did not threaten the neighbor. They also claim that the neighbor made more threats after their husband was killed.
