Angel CuaCua-Vasquez Obituary-Shooting News: Family and Friends Mourn the Loss of 18-Year-Old Angel CuaCua-Vasquez, Who Dies in Shooting
LABELLE, FLORIDA — The LaBelle community is mourning the reported death of 18-year-old Angel CuaCua-Vasquez, who was fatally shot on Monday evening, October 12, 2026, in an incident that prompted an investigation by the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office. According to the information provided by authorities, the shooting occurred at approximately 7:40 p.m. in the parking lot of El Faro Assembly of God, located at 431 Bryan Avenue in LaBelle.
Deputies responding to the scene reportedly found Angel lying in the parking lot while another young man attempted to perform CPR. Despite efforts to save him, Angel was pronounced dead at the scene.
The sheriff’s office also reported that 18-year-old David Luis Martinez Reyes was arrested and charged in connection with the incident. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding the shooting remains ongoing.
Fatal shooting in El Faro Assembly of God parking lot
The incident unfolded Monday evening in the parking lot of the church on Bryan Avenue.
According to the preliminary account, deputies arrived to find Angel seriously injured and another young male attempting to provide emergency assistance. Efforts to revive him were unsuccessful, and he was pronounced dead at the scene.
The circumstances that led to the shooting have not been fully detailed in the information provided. Authorities are continuing to investigate the events surrounding the fatal encounter.
Arrest made as investigation continues
The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office identified David Luis Martinez Reyes, 18, as the person arrested and charged in connection with the shooting.
The charges are allegations, and the defendant is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. Further information about the allegations, possible motive, and events preceding the shooting should be based on verified statements from law enforcement or court records.
Remembering Angel Cua-Cua-Vasquez
At just 18 years old, Angel CuaCua-Vasquez had many years ahead of him. His reported death has brought sadness to the LaBelle community and left loved ones facing the pain of a life cut short.
Although details about Angel’s personal life, family, and future aspirations have not been included in the available information, his life deserves to be treated with dignity and compassion.
For those who knew and loved him, the memories they shared may remain a source of comfort as they begin to process the loss.
The LaBelle community mourns after the shooting.
The reported shooting has left the community with questions as authorities work to establish the circumstances surrounding the incident.
As the investigation continues, thoughts and condolences remain with Angel’s family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.
May Angel CuaCua-Vasquez be remembered with love, and may those grieving his loss find strength and comfort in the days ahead.
