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Sandra Ryder

Case from Homosassa, FL dated Nov 21, 2018

Victim Details

Sandra Ryder

Female

White / Caucasian

Homosassa

FL

2018-11-21

58

Sandra

Ryder

06/28/2026

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Sandra Ryder, aged 58, tragically lost her life on November 21, 2018, in Homosassa, Florida. On that fateful day, Sandra was working in her front yard with her husband, John Ryder, when they heard gunshots in the distance. The shots seemed to be getting closer, and moments later, a stray bullet struck Sandra in the head, causing her to collapse. Despite her husband's frantic efforts and the immediate response of emergency services, Sandra was pronounced dead at the scene.

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  • FOX13news: Shooter unknown after stray bullet kills Homosassa woman
  • WFLA: Homosassa woman killed, death believed to be result of negligent use of firearm
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