Antonio Mason murdered or death by force in Gainesville, Florida.

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Antonio Mason, a 35-year-old African American male, tragically lost his life on July 27, 2016, in Gainesville, Florida. Antonio was attending a family gathering at his in-laws' house when two masked men burst in and opened fire. The assailants targeted Antonio as he held his infant daughter, Zy'mya, in his arms. Despite his efforts to shield her, both Antonio and Zy'mya were struck by bullets. Antonio succumbed to his injuries, while Zy'mya survived with a gunshot wound to her arm.

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Gainesville Sun: Family gathering ends in bloodshed, 1 killed, two wounded

WPEC: Police investigate deadly shooting near the University of Florida

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Victim Details

name

Antonio Mason

gender

Male

race

Black / African American

city

Gainesville

state

Date of Death

2016-07-27

Age at Death

First Name

Antonio

Last Name

Mason

Last Updated

12/01/2025

Antonio Mason
Death by Force

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Antonio Mason
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