Yulimer Zaide Hernandez, aged 39, tragically lost her life on April 29, 2018, in Orlando, Florida. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning at the couple's home on Briarmoor Court. According to the Orange County Sheriff's Office, the event was a murder-suicide. Yulimer was found fatally shot in the bedroom alongside her husband, Edgardo Enrique Figueredo, who was identified as the shooter.
The couple's 27-year-old son, their two young daughters, aged 8 and 9, and an 11-year-old friend of the children were present in the home at the time of the shooting. The children were unharmed and have since been placed in the care of their older brother.
The investigation revealed that Edgardo Enrique Figueredo, aged 48, shot his wife before turning the gun on himself. The motive behind the murder-suicide remains unclear, and neighbors expressed shock and disbelief, describing the family as nice and loving. The Orange County Sheriff's Office continues to investigate the circumstances leading up to the tragic event. Victim advocates and the Florida Department of Children and Families were involved to provide support to the surviving family members.
No arrests were made as the perpetrator, Edgardo Enrique Figueredo, died at the scene. There were no other suspects involved in the case. The incident has not led to any further litigation or law cases, as it was determined to be a murder-suicide. The community and family members continue to mourn the loss of Yulimer Zaide Hernandez and grapple with the devastating impact of this tragedy.
