A Texas father died after suffering a medical emergency while trying to save his teenage son, who was killed in an accidental shooting involving his own brother, authorities and local media reports said.
Police responded to a shooting at a Texas City residence just before 1:30 a.m. and found Joshua Gonzalez, 17, dead upon arrival, Texas City Police Department said.
An investigation revealed that Joshua Gonzalez's 15-year-old brother “accidentally discharged the gun,” resulting in the 17-year-old's death, police said.
“While attempting to administer life-saving measures, the victim's father, Julian Gonzalez, tragically developed severe symptoms and passed away,” police said in a statement.
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Jay Gonzalez died after suffering a medical attack while trying to save the life of his 17-year-old son, who was also accidentally shot by his brother, police said. (Jay Gonzalez/Facebook)
Julian Gonzalez, also known as Jay, died after suffering a heart attack while trying to save his son's life. FOX26 Houston reported. Gonzalez was a prominent tattoo artist in the area.
“He did so much for so many people, and now he's gone, and I know the world feels that,” said Melo Salazar, Gonzalez's friend and business partner. “He touched the hearts of many people. He did a lot for the community.” station.
Jay Gonzalez owned Artistic Image Tattoo Studio in Texas City and was remembered as a devoted father, FOX26 Houston reported. (Jay Gonzalez/Facebook)
Detectives questioned the 15-year-old's brother, who was later released pending further investigation, police said.
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Family and friends told FOX26 they remain concerned for the safety of Gonzalez's 15-year-old son after the tragic incident.
“All the trauma, the pain, the questions, the 'what if's, the guilt, the self-blaming, even though it was just an accident,” Salazar said.
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According to the station, Jay Gonzalez runs Artistic Image Tattoo Studio in Texas City, about 40 miles southeast of Houston, is a devoted father and has a heart for helping those in need. He was remembered as a kind businessman.
