A Cuban man and his wife were tragically killed on Saturday during a shooting at their home in the southwest part of Miami-Dade, according to reports from local authorities.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office (MDSO) identified the victims on Sunday as Ulises Cabrera González, 44, and Susana Rosales Koris, 42.
Officials reported that shortly after 1 p.m. on Saturday, officers responded to a call concerning a bleeding man in the Southwest 170th Terrace and SW 153rd Court area. Upon arrival at a residence in the 17000 block, they discovered Cabrera González and Rosales Koris with gunshot wounds, as reported by Telemundo 51.
Samantha Choon, spokesperson for the Miami-Dade Police Department, informed the press that personnel from the county's Fire and Rescue Department pronounced both individuals dead at the scene.
Authorities disclosed that other individuals were present in the home during the shooting. However, they have not provided details about the circumstances surrounding the incident or possible suspects.
While the police have not ruled out the possibility of domestic violence, the investigation is still in its early stages, as noted by Telemundo 51.
Cabrera González, originally from Havana, and his wife, a native of Guatemala, had been married since 2013 and were parents to two young children, a daughter and a son, based on public information from their social media profiles.
The couple had owned and lived in the property since 2020, according to records reviewed by the television station.
Neighbors expressed their shock over the incident, emphasizing that the neighborhood is usually quiet and such events are unprecedented.
The MDSO continues to actively investigate the shooting.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Miami-Dade Shooting
Who were the victims in the Miami-Dade shooting?
The victims were Ulises Cabrera González, 44, originally from Havana, Cuba, and his wife Susana Rosales Koris, 42, from Guatemala.
What do authorities know about the circumstances of the shooting?
The circumstances surrounding the shooting remain unclear, but the police have not ruled out domestic violence. The investigation is ongoing, and no suspects have been identified yet.
How did the local community react to the shooting?
Neighbors expressed shock and disbelief, noting that the neighborhood is typically peaceful and such incidents are unheard of.