Gregory John Briseno, aged 29, tragically died on March 14, 2018, in Ocala, Florida. The incident was a murder-suicide that shocked the local community. Briseno was found dead in his red Honda Civic with a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head. Earlier that morning, he had killed his ex-girlfriend, Alexis Marie Waranka, 26, and her new boyfriend, Ryan Anthony Young, 30, at Waranka's apartment in Silver Springs Shores.
The authorities were alerted to the scene by a 911 hangup call, and upon arrival, they discovered the bodies of Waranka and Young inside the apartment.
The investigation revealed that Briseno had posted a disturbing message on his Facebook page around the time of the murders. In the post, he expressed feelings of betrayal and emotional turmoil, indicating that he had been pushed to his limits. He mentioned experiencing "true evil" in the past six months and stated that he would take the title of the "bad guy." Briseno's post also hinted at a sense of inevitability and a desire to end his suffering, apologizing to his family and friends for his actions.
Law enforcement quickly identified Briseno as the suspect and issued alerts to other agencies to locate him. His vehicle was found parked in a wooded area near Shores Auto Body and Paint on Oak Drive. The discovery was made by the business owner, who initially thought the driver was asleep. Upon closer inspection, it was evident that Briseno had shot himself.
The case did not involve any further arrests or suspects, as Briseno was the sole perpetrator. The investigation concluded with the determination that the incident was a result of Briseno's emotional distress and unresolved issues with his ex-girlfriend. The tragic event left the families and friends of the victims in mourning and highlighted the devastating impact of mental health struggles and relationship conflicts.
