Shooting Victim Derrick Hines “Stable At This Time”

Police in Punta Gorda Town have arrested and charged a man in connection with the weekend shooting of Derrick Hines on Prince Street.

According to police, Hines was in his yard on Saturday, April 19, when a known individual approached and fired several shots in his direction. He was hit and taken for medical treatment, where he remains in stable condition.

Assistant Commissioner of Police Hilberto Romero confirmed that the accused, Felix Gonzalez, has been charged with attempted murder and use of deadly means of harm.

Romero said the incident appears to be linked to an ongoing rivalry between two groups in Punta Gorda. Romero confirmed that Hines is known to be affiliated with one of the groups.

Hines was alone at the time of the attack.