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Father Shoots Partner's Ex Amidst Child's Presence
26 Jul
Summary
- Victim shot multiple times by girlfriend's children's father.
- Two children were present inside the suspect's vehicle during shooting.
- Suspect faces attempted murder and child neglect charges.
On the night of July 24, 2026, the Orange City Police Department responded to a shooting at the Reserve at Orange City apartment complex. The incident reportedly began as a family-related dispute. A 27-year-old man, identified as Malik Brown, allegedly fired multiple shots from his vehicle at an unarmed victim. Crucially, Brown's two young children were inside the vehicle when the shooting occurred.
Authorities swiftly secured the scene and provided medical aid to the victim. The suspect, Malik Brown, was apprehended without further complications. Law enforcement confirmed there is no ongoing threat to the public. The victim sustained serious injuries and is recovering in the ICU after surgery.
Malik Brown is now facing significant charges, including attempted second-degree murder and child neglect, due to his alleged actions and the presence of minors during the violent event.
