Nicole Novak, a 26-year-old white female, was tragically killed on February 7, 2018, in Lake Worth, Florida. The incident occurred outside a convenience store where she was shot in the head by her boyfriend, Hugo Steven Selva, a 22-year-old male. After shooting Nicole, Selva placed her body in his SUV and drove the wrong way on Interstate 95, causing multiple head-on collisions.
This chaotic sequence of events ended when a sheriff's deputy shot and killed Selva on the interstate.
The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office identified Hugo Steven Selva as the primary suspect in Nicole Novak's murder. Selva had a history of violent behavior, including a previous incident where his grandmother filed a petition for an injunction for protection against domestic violence, citing threats with a butcher knife. This history of violence culminated in the tragic events of February 7, 2018.
Nicole Novak's death was part of a broader crime spree by Selva, who was also suspected of involvement in two other nonfatal shootings in the days leading up to the murder. The investigation into Nicole's death revealed that Selva had a troubled past, including issues with drug abuse and previous criminal activities. The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office conducted a thorough investigation, and the deputy involved in the shooting of Selva was placed on administrative leave, which is standard procedure following the use of force.
The community was left in shock by the violent nature of Nicole Novak's death and the subsequent events on the interstate. The case highlighted the dangers of domestic violence and the tragic consequences it can have. Nicole Novak's life was cut short in a senseless act of violence, leaving behind a grieving family and community.
