Perry Varn, a 66-year-old resident of Plant City, Florida, tragically lost his life on April 15, 2017, in a violent altercation that also claimed the life of his brother, Milton Varn. The incident occurred on the family-owned Rocking V Ranch, a property with a long history of familial disputes. Perry and Milton had a contentious relationship, marked by previous altercations and legal issues.
On the day of the incident, an argument between the brothers escalated into a deadly exchange of gunfire. Milton Varn shot Perry, resulting in his immediate death. Milton then turned his weapon on George "Terry" Long, a 71-year-old man who was also present, injuring him in the shoulder.
The situation further escalated when Milton threatened his ex-wife, Joanne Varn, who was now married to Long. Fearing for her life, Joanne shot and killed Milton in what was later determined to be an act of self-defense. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office conducted an investigation into the incident, which revealed the sequence of events leading to the deaths of both brothers. Joanne Varn was not charged with any crime, as her actions were deemed necessary to protect herself from imminent harm.
The deaths of Perry and Milton Varn brought an end to a long-standing feud that had plagued the family for years. The Rocking V Ranch, once a symbol of the family's legacy, became the backdrop for this tragic event. The investigation by the Sheriff's Office, along with evidence testing by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, confirmed the details of the shooting. The case highlighted the deep-rooted tensions within the Varn family and the tragic consequences of unresolved conflicts.
