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ORLANDO, Fla. - Gainesville police announced Tuesday that three men have been arrested in connection with the fatal Easter shooting at the TB McPherson Center that killed 20-year-old Ontaria Baisden.
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What we know:
Following a months-long investigation, detectives identified and took into custody Gabriel Frazier Jr., 20, Kaniel Edwards, 21, and Jarrett Jones, 19, all of Ocala.
The suspects were arrested with assistance from the Ocala Police Department and the U.S. Marshals Service Florida Regional Fugitive Task Force.
They are being held at the Marion County Jail.
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What they're saying:
Authorities said the arrests mark a significant step toward justice for Baisden’s family and the community.
"We extend our deepest condolences to the loved ones of Ontaria Baisden during this difficult time," Gainesville police said in a statement, adding gratitude to partner agencies whose coordination was instrumental in the apprehensions.
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Man opens fire in crowd at Florida Easter event: police
A man opened fire into a crowd at the end of an Easter event on Sunday in Gainesville, according to police. He can be seen in the corner of the video wearing red shorts and a gray hoodie. Authorities said three people were hit, but all are expected to be OK. Police are urging anyone with information on the suspect to contact them.
The backstory:
The shooting occurred at what was intended to be a family-friendly Easter event, highlighting the growing concerns over gun violence at public gatherings. The chaos disrupted a peaceful community celebration and left a lasting emotional impact on attendees who witnessed the violence.
Video footage showed a man opening fire on a crowd at the end of the event, according to police.
The victim, 20-year-old Ontaria Baisden, was fatally struck by gunfire as families ran for safety. Surveillance video captured one suspect firing a weapon while fleeing the scene.
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What's next:
The investigation remains ongoing.
The Source: The information in this article comes from an update provided by the Gainesville Police Department.