On February 3, 2024, a tragic incident occurred in Plant City, Florida, resulting in the death of 32-year-old Pablo Torres Orozco. The shooting took place in the early hours of Saturday morning, just before 4 a.m., in the parking lot of The Twilight Zone Lounge located at 4010 State Road 60.
According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, deputies responded to a 911 call reporting a man had been shot. Upon arrival, they found Pablo Torres Orozco suffering from gunshot wounds. He
was immediately transported to a local hospital, where he was later pronounced dead.
Pablo Torres Orozco was a resident of Winter Haven, Florida. Born in Fortuna, California, he had moved to Florida in 1993, making it his home. Orozco worked as a selector in a warehouse and was known for his love of singing, dancing, and giving nicknames to friends and family. He was described as someone who constantly offered advice and, above all, cherished spending time with his family.
The incident has left the community shaken, with Sheriff Chad Chronister expressing condolences to the family and vowing to bring justice to the victim. The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office is actively investigating the case, gathering information to determine the circumstances that led to this tragic loss of life.
Orozco is survived by his parents, Pablo and Martha Orozco, several siblings, and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his sister, Jessica Cruz. A memorial service was scheduled for February 9, 2024, at Oak Ridge Funeral Care in Winter Haven, followed by interment at Auburndale Memorial Park.
As the investigation continues, authorities are urging anyone who may have witnessed the incident or has relevant information to contact the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. The tragic loss of Pablo Torres Orozco serves as a somber reminder of the impact of gun violence on families and communities.
Citations:
https://www.fox13news.com/news/man-shot-at-plant-city-liquor-store-deputies-investigating
https://www.tributearchive.com/obituaries/30659485/pablo-torres-orozco
https://www.tampabay.com/news/crime/2024/02/03/man-killed-outside-plant-city-liquor-store/
