North Lauderdale, Florida – A tragic incident unfolded in North Lauderdale, Florida when a dispute escalated into a shooting that left a father dead and his son hospitalized. Authorities from the Broward County Sheriff’s Office responded to Southwest 81st Avenue following reports of the shooting that occurred around 7 p.m.
During the altercation, Marlon Samuels, 44, was involved in a physical altercation with another individual which resulted in multiple gunshots being fired, fatally injuring Samuels. Tragically, Marlon’s son, Mikyle Samuels, also sustained gunshot wounds during the incident.
The unidentified shooter fled the scene immediately after the shooting took place, leaving behind a scene of chaos and tragedy. Responding deputies from the BSO and North Lauderdale Fire Rescue arrived at the location and pronounced Marlon Samuels dead, while his son, Mikyle, was rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment for non-life-threatening injuries.
Authorities are urging anyone with information regarding the incident to contact BSO Homicide Detective Louis Bonhomme at 954-321-4377. For those who wish to remain anonymous, Broward Crime Stoppers can be reached at 954-493-8477. The investigation into the tragic event is currently ongoing as law enforcement officials work to piece together the details surrounding the deadly dispute.
This heartbreaking incident serves as a grim reminder of the devastating impact of gun violence and the importance of conflict resolution without resorting to violence. The community is left reeling from the loss of a life and the injuries sustained by another individual. As the investigation continues, authorities are urging anyone with pertinent information to come forward to assist in bringing justice to those affected by this senseless act of violence.
The tragic outcome of this altercation underscores the need for peace and understanding in resolving conflicts to prevent such heartbreaking incidents from occurring in the future. Our thoughts are with the families affected by this tragedy as they navigate this difficult time.
