Tragic Dispute over Thermostat Ends in Fatal Shooting
Landlord Shot and Killed Tenant in Southwest Miami-Dade Neighborhood
A dispute between a landlord and tenant has ended in tragedy in a Southwest Miami-Dade neighborhood, with authorities saying it was all over a thermostat.
The Incident
According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, 37-year-old Adam Anson, the landlord, went over to the efficiency attached to his home with a semi-automatic pistol on Saturday morning. Investigators said Anson, who wanted to adjust the thermostat, forced himself inside the efficiency and began punching his tenant, 57-year-old Carlos Alberto Gonzalez.
The Shooting
Detectives said Anson then dragged the tenant outside the residence, located along the 9400 block of Southwest 17th Terrace, and shot him several times in the head. Neighbor Leyani Perez heard the gunshots. "Boom, boom, boom. Like three big noises that I wasn’t sure there was a gunshot, but I was sure that something wrong was happening," she said.
Aftermath
Investigators said Anson walked back into the efficiency, adjusted the temperature, and called 911. When deputies arrived at the house, they found the tenant suffering from gunshot wounds. Paramedics with Miami-Dade Fire Rescue rushed Gonzalez to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital, where he later succumbed to his injuries. As for the landlord, he was taken away in handcuffs.
Community Reaction
Longtime residents of the neighborhood have been left in shock. "I was frightened. I was scared. I feel that I was in danger," said Perez. "This is not common here. This is something that is extremely rare in Westchester."
Charges
Anson is facing serious charges, including second-degree murder.
Conclusion
This tragic event serves as a reminder of the importance of conflicts being resolved through peaceful and respectful means. The use of violence is never justifiable, and we can only hope that justice will be served in this case.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What happened in the incident?
A: A landlord, Adam Anson, shot and killed his tenant, Carlos Alberto Gonzalez, over a dispute about the thermostat. - What are the charges against the landlord?
A: Anson is facing serious charges, including second-degree murder. - How did the community react to the incident?
A: Longtime residents of the neighborhood were left in shock and fear, with one neighbor saying it was "something that is extremely rare in Westchester."
