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Florida Grandfather Killed in Thanksgiving Day Music Dispute

2024-11-30

Inset: Hureleyon McLean (WSVN). Background: The location where McLean was killed (WTVJ). A Florida grandfather, Hureleyon McLean, 72, was tragically shot and killed by a neighbor during an argument about loud music on Thanksgiving Day. The Broward County Sheriff’s Office is still withholding the name of the gunman as they continue their investigation.

Details of the Shooting Incident

The shooting took place at around 3:30 p.m. in the 2800 block of Somerset Drive in Lauderdale Lakes, which is about 32 miles north of Miami. According to The South Florida Sun Sentinel, citing first responder radio transmissions, the gunman shot McLean in the head and remained outside a room with a gun still in his hand. When deputies arrived, they found McLean with a gunshot wound and he was declared dead at the scene. The shooter was detained and cooperated with detectives, claiming self-defense. The Sheriff’s Office will present their case to the Broward County State Attorney’s Office to determine if criminal charges will be filed.

Wife's Account of the Incident

Rose McLean, Hureleyon’s wife, shared her side of the story with various media outlets. She said that her husband was playing his music and the neighbor complained that it was too loud. So, her husband went down to talk to the neighbor. Then, she heard a gunshot and immediately flew to the door. She saw her husband lying face down in a pool of blood. She went downstairs and found the gunman standing next to her husband, with a gun in his hand. When she asked him why he shot her husband, he said that if her husband didn't shut up, he would have shot him too. Rose McLean questioned the man's self-defense claim, stating that her husband didn't have any weapons and didn't even have a knife on him.

Investigation and Legal Proceedings

The Broward County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a thorough investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the shooting. Once the investigation is complete, the case will be presented to the Broward County State Attorney’s Office to decide if criminal charges will be filed against the gunman. This is an important step in ensuring justice for Hureleyon McLean and his family.

Community Reactions

Such incidents often have a significant impact on the community. Neighbors and local residents are expressing their shock and sadness over the tragic event. Some are calling for increased awareness about the importance of resolving conflicts peacefully and respecting each other's rights. Others are hoping that the legal process will lead to a fair outcome and provide some closure for the McLean family.