ST. LOUIS — A St. Louis man remained hospitalized in critical condition Monday after being shot in the head by a masked gunman during his Friday night wedding reception.
Police said two masked gunmen entered the St. Louis backyard of the bride, Dulce Gonzalez, early Saturday as guests continued celebrating the couple’s small home wedding, KSDK-TV reported Monday.
Her sister, Yaribeth Peña, told the station that two men wearing ski masks ordered guests not to move.
Police told the station that one gunman stood behind the groom, 32-year-old Manuel Gonzalez, as the other rifled through guests’ pockets.
Then one of the gunmen shot the groom in the head before they both fled.
Peña said her sister is “distraught,” “depressed” and “heartbroken” as her new husband struggles to recover.
“He’s fighting for his life,” Peña said. “We are hoping he pulls through.”
The couple share two children.
Police have not made any arrests in the case.
A joyous wedding ceremony turned into a nightmare for one man who was shot in the head by a masked gunman. The shocking incident occurred at a wedding in a small town, leaving guests in disbelief and fear.
According to witnesses, the gunman entered the venue wearing a mask and opened fire during the ceremony. The victim, who was standing near the front of the room, was struck in the head by a bullet and fell to the ground. Panic ensued as guests scrambled to safety and tried to help the injured man.
Emergency services were called to the scene and the victim was rushed to the hospital in critical condition. The extent of his injuries is still unknown, but he is said to be fighting for his life.
The motive behind the shooting is unclear, as authorities are still investigating the incident. The masked gunman fled the scene before police arrived, leaving behind a trail of confusion and fear.
Weddings are supposed to be a time of celebration and love, but this tragic event serves as a reminder of the senseless violence that can occur at any moment. The safety and security of guests should always be a top priority, and measures should be taken to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.
As the community grapples with the aftermath of this shocking event, thoughts and prayers are with the victim and his loved ones. May he make a full recovery and may justice be served for this senseless act of violence.
