Robert Schreiner, aged 52, tragically lost his life on May 21, 2018, in Lakeland, Florida. The incident occurred at The Park at Cortona Apartments on US Highway 98, where Robert was found with a gunshot wound to the head. He was transported to Lakeland Regional Health, where he was later pronounced dead. The events leading to his death began when his brother, Henry Schreiner, 55, picked him up from his home in Polk City and brought him to the apartment.
The two brothers spent the evening drinking tequila and playing cards, but the situation escalated into a heated argument over family issues.
According to Henry Schreiner, the argument intensified when Robert brandished a pocket knife and threatened to cut Henry's throat. In response, Henry retreated to his bedroom, but Robert followed him, continuing the confrontation. Fearing for his life, Henry retrieved a gun he kept under his pillow and warned Robert to return to the living room. However, Robert advanced towards the foot of the bed with the knife still in hand. In a state of fear, Henry shot his brother. After the shooting, Henry attempted to take his own life by placing the firearm to his head and pulling the trigger, but he survived with non-life-threatening injuries to his face and eye.
The Lakeland Police Department launched a homicide investigation following the incident. Henry Schreiner was cooperative with the authorities, admitting to the shooting and providing a detailed account of the events. The investigation was ongoing, and it was not immediately clear whether Henry would face charges. The case highlighted the tragic consequences of familial disputes and the devastating impact of violence within families. The community was left in shock, grappling with the loss and the complex emotions surrounding the incident.
