Angelus Cueli, a 15-year-old Hispanic male, tragically lost his life on October 19, 2019, in Miami, Florida. Angelus was attending a house party in southwest Miami-Dade when he was fatally shot. The incident occurred just after 11 p.m. as he stood with other guests outside the home. An unknown suspect approached on foot and fired multiple shots towards the group before fleeing the scene in a waiting vehicle.
Angelus was airlifted to Kendall Regional Medical Center, where he later succumbed to his injuries.
The investigation into Angelus Cueli's death led to the arrest of three teenagers. Marco Gonzalez, 18, and Matthew Hernandez, 18, were both charged with second-degree murder and discharging a firearm in connection with the shooting. A 17-year-old suspect, whose name has not been released due to his age, was also arrested on similar charges, including tampering with an electronic device. According to police reports, Gonzalez admitted to driving the other suspects to the party, knowing their intentions to commit a shooting. The shooting was believed to be gang-related, although Angelus was not the intended target.
The arrests and subsequent legal proceedings brought some measure of peace to Angelus Cueli's family, who expressed their gratitude for the community's support and the efforts of law enforcement. The suspects were held without bond, and the 17-year-old was expected to be tried as an adult. The case highlighted the devastating impact of gang violence and the importance of community vigilance in preventing such tragedies. Angelus Cueli's death remains a poignant reminder of the need for continued efforts to address youth violence and ensure the safety of all young people.
