On November 27, 2020, 40-year-old Angel Cruz was shot and killed while working on cars on Lafrance Court in New Bedford, Massachusetts. A second man was also wounded in the same incident. Family described Cruz as a good grandfather and good husband; his wife, Wanda Figueroa, has spoken publicly about the loss.

Police arrested 18-year-old Jon Zell of Mattapoisett at the scene. Authorities say Zell opened fire on Cruz and the other man, then fired at responding officers. Reports state the gun used had allegedly been stolen from Zell’s father. Zell was charged with multiple offenses, including murder, and taken into custody.

The community and Cruz’s family continue to cope with the aftermath. If anyone witnessed the shooting or has information about what led up to it, please share what is known.