Northwest Miami-Dade, Florida – A devastating event unfolded in Westview on Saturday morning, where 39-year-old Raiza Cajuso was tragically killed in a murder-suicide incident. The Miami-Dade Police Department has confirmed that her ex-partner, 40-year-old Marcos Antonio Gonzalez, was responsible for the fatal shooting before taking his own life.
The incident occurred at approximately 8:34 a.m. at a residence on the 12000 block of West Randall Park Drive. Authorities report that Gonzalez, who had previously been in a relationship with Cajuso, arrived at her home, leading to a heated argument. This confrontation tragically escalated, resulting in Gonzalez fatally shooting Cajuso and then turning the weapon on himself. Both were pronounced dead at the scene.
The couple shared three children, aged 15, 13, and 9, all of whom were present in the home during the incident. The 15-year-old child bravely called 911, alerting authorities to the emergency. Following the traumatic event, the youngest child was transported to the hospital as a precaution.
The Miami-Dade Police Department expressed deep sorrow over the incident, emphasizing the profound impact on the surviving children and the community. A spokesperson for the department stated, "Our prayers are with this family and these children. It’s a very sad and unfortunate occurrence, and our investigators are doing everything they can to try to piece together exactly what happened here."
As investigations continue, the community of Miami-Dade is left reeling from the shock of this tragic loss. The incident underscores the urgent need for support and understanding in the aftermath of such a harrowing event. The surviving children, who have endured unimaginable trauma, are in need of compassion and care during this difficult time.
The Miami-Dade community extends its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Raiza Cajuso and Marcos Antonio Gonzalez as they navigate through this profound loss.