HOMOSASSA, Fla – A Homosassa man is being held without bond for the charge of attempted murder, following a shooting incident on Sunday, June 4, 2023, at the Dollar General in Crystal River.
Through a preliminary investigation, Citrus County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO) detectives determined that the suspect, 67-year-old Oscar Omar Delbono of Homosassa, got into a verbal dispute with the victim at the store entrance.
Following the dispute, Delbono walked to his vehicle, put his items inside, and grabbed his .45 caliber handgun.
He then walked across the parking lot, where he confronted the victim, who was attempting to get into their car.
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Witnesses said that they watched Delbono point the firearm at the victim and fire multiple times.
Six shell casings were located just feet from the victim’s vehicle.
The victim was shot a total of four times, twice in the abdominal area, once in the elbow, and a single round grazing the victim’s side.
“At this time, the victim remains in critical but stable condition,” said CCSO.
“Thoughtless and avoidable acts of violence such as this are shocking to our entire community. I am proud of the quick response of our deputies and detectives who ensured this incident was isolated and our citizens were safe,” said Sheriff Prendergast. “To be a member of law enforcement is to hold service above self. When we run to incidents with gunfire without hesitation, it is yet another reminder of the types of perilous situations we face in order to protect our community.”
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