Josue Manuel Quintero Chacon, an 18-year-old from Miami, FL, tragically lost his life on November 20, 2022. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning at a restaurant-bar in the Allapattah neighborhood of Miami-Dade County. Josue was at the establishment with his best friend when gunfire erupted. In a heroic attempt to save his friend, Josue was fatally shot. The shooting also claimed the life of Marlon Javier Machado, a 44-year-old married father, and left a third victim injured.
The surviving victim was transported to Ryder Trauma Center at Jackson Memorial Hospital and was reported to be in stable condition.
The Miami Police Department has been actively investigating the case, but as of now, no arrests have been made. Detectives have been gathering evidence from the crime scene, including the back parking lot area of the restaurant where multiple evidence markers were placed. Despite their efforts, the police have not yet released a motive for the shooting, and it remains unclear if the victims knew the shooter. The investigation is ongoing, and the authorities are continuing their search for the gunman responsible for this tragic event.
Family members of Josue have expressed their grief and sorrow over the loss of their loved one. Josue's sister, Kelly Barillas, shared on a GoFundMe page that the family is experiencing "incomparable pain" and is struggling to come to terms with the senseless violence that took Josue's life. The community has rallied around the family, offering support and condolences during this difficult time.
The case has garnered significant attention, and the Miami Police Department is urging anyone with information about the shooting to come forward. The lack of a clear motive and the ongoing search for the suspect have left many questions unanswered, but the authorities remain committed to finding justice for Josue and the other victims of this tragic incident.
