#Bridgeport CT–Yesterday, detectives arrested Waldo “Abel” Gonzalez (DOB: 5/24/74) and charged him with the July 2nd homicide of Ronald Simmons. Gonzalez is accused of fatally shooting Simmons at Norman Street and Freemont Avenue after a dispute between their families. For their roles in the dispute, Gonzalez’ wife, Luz Perez (DOB: 8/4/78), and his two daughters were also arrested. Gonzalez is charged with Murder, Criminal Possession of a Firearm, Possession of a Pistol Without a Permit, and Risk of Injury to a Minor. He is being held on a $1,000,000 bond. Perez is charged with Attempted Burglary in the Second Degree, Risk of Injury to a Minor, Assault in the Third Degree, and Breach of Peace. She has a $25,000 bond. Both of Gonzalez’ daughters, 118-year-old Dynasty Gonzalez, and his 15 year old juvenile daughter face Assault in the Third Degree and Breach of Peace charges. Dynasty has a $5,000 bond and the juvenile was released without bond.

(Bridgeport Police Press Release)

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