Introduction to the Tragedy
The second victim of a murder-suicide shooting in Fort Lauderdale last week has died days after the tragedy, police said Thursday.
Ryan Kruse, 24, was pronounced dead at the hospital Thursday morning, Fort Lauderdale Police officials said.
Background of the Incident
Kruse had been fighting for his life after the April 4 shooting at a home in the 4500 block of Twin Lakes Boulevard.
According to police, 28-year-old Carlos Reyes arrived and shot Kruse, 24-year-old Michelle Rodriguez, and then himself at the home.
Rodriguez was pronounced dead at the scene, and Reyes was hospitalized but later died from his injuries.
Connection Between the Victims and the Shooter
Authorities haven’t released any information on the connection between Reyes, Rodriguez or Kruse.
Family Photo
Ryan Kruse
The lack of information on the relationship between the victims and the shooter has left many questions unanswered.
Reaction from the Victim’s Family
Kruse’s father, Tom Kruse, spoke with NBC6 earlier this week, saying he didn’t know why his son was targeted.
“I got a call from one of the neighbors saying there was cops and stuff like that here, there was shooting and stuff… they said it was at my house. So I went ahead and I called my son. I tried calling him, I tried leaving him a couple texts, and no answers,” Tom Kruse said. “It’s been a merry-go-round for me and my wife and my other family members too. He was well-loved."
Investigation and Evidence
Video from a nearby camera that shows the moments Rodriguez tried to escape the home by crawling out the front door after she’d first been shot, before Reyes pointed the gun and shot her again.
Police haven’t given a motive behind the incident.
Conclusion
The tragedy of the murder-suicide shooting in Fort Lauderdale has left two families grieving and many questions unanswered. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the motive behind the incident. The community is in shock, and the victims’ families are struggling to come to terms with the loss of their loved ones.
FAQs
Q: What happened in the Fort Lauderdale shooting?
A: A murder-suicide shooting occurred in Fort Lauderdale, resulting in the deaths of three people: Ryan Kruse, Michelle Rodriguez, and Carlos Reyes.
Q: What was the relationship between the victims and the shooter?
A: Authorities haven’t released any information on the connection between Reyes, Rodriguez, or Kruse.
Q: Is the investigation ongoing?
A: Yes, the investigation is ongoing, and authorities are working to determine the motive behind the incident.
Q: How old were the victims?
A: Ryan Kruse was 24 years old, and Michelle Rodriguez was also 24 years old. The shooter, Carlos Reyes, was 28 years old.
