HERNANDO COUNTY, Fla. – Three of the five men charged in connection with a 2021 gang-related homicide in Hernando County have now pleaded guilty to their roles in the crime.
The case involves the death of John Michael Colon, who was found deceased on July 13, 2021, near Silent Breeze Street and Wolf Road in Brooksville.
An investigation revealed that Colon, a former member of the Latin Kings gang, was killed during a violent “beating” and “stripping of his membership” ritual after attempting to leave the gang.
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The following three defendants have pleaded guilty:
- Reynol Gonzales Jr., 27: Pleaded guilty on January 8th, 2025. Sentencing is pending.
- Hector Robles, 48: Pleaded guilty on January 13th, 2025. Sentencing is scheduled for early March.
- Reynaldo Fonseca, 33: Pleaded guilty on January 14th, 2025. Sentencing is scheduled for early March.
The two remaining suspects, Shayne A. White-Gracteroly and Jimmy Nguyen, are awaiting trial on charges of:
- Conspiracy to commit aggravated battery
- 3rd-degree murder
- Aggravated battery
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“Unfortunately for those seeking justice for the victim, complex investigations like the one involving the murder of Michael Colon take time to ensure they are done correctly so those responsible are held accountable for their actions. We can assure the community that everyone at the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office wants swift justice, but not at the expense of successful prosecution,” Sheriff Nienhuis said.
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