Mother Speaks Out After Son’s Tragic Death
The mother of Howard Ramirez, the young man who was shot and killed in San Ignacio, is speaking out about her son’s death.
In a heartfelt interview with News 5, she shared memories of Howard aas a kind, funny, and hard-working young man. She said that, despite what some may say, Ramirez was not a troubled child. He worked to help support his family and was well-liked by those who knew him.
“I just love my son,” she said, visibly emotional. “Why did he have to do that? Don’t shoot him in the face, only in the foot. That really hurt me. I don’t know what else they did to him. I just ask God help me come out, and make me forget but I can’t forget. It will take time.”
She also addressed the circumstances surrounding her son’s death, saying that while she understood he may have made a mistake, she believes no one is perfect. “Everybody makes mistakes. Even the rich and the poor. Nobody’s perfect,” she added.
Ramirez was shot and killed by businessman Juan Augustin Gonzalez in the Boiton Area of Cayo District. Gonzalez reported that he had found Ramirez exiting through a window of his container. Gonzalez claimed that when he tried to question Ramirez, the teen aggressively approached him with a piece of wood. Fearing for his safety, Gonzalez fired a single shot from his licensed 9mm pistol, fatally injuring Ramirez. The teen was later pronounced dead at the hospital.
Ramirez’s mother also voiced concerns about the individuals involved in the shooting. She said that there was a history of tension between her family and the people involved.
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