Fatal Shooting Over Handicapped Parking Space in Florida

SOURCE www.hngn.com
A Florida man was killed during a dispute over a handicapped parking space, with a disabled homeless man charged in the slaying.

Key Points

  • Jonathan Arias was gunned down during a dispute over a handicapped parking space in Sarasota, Florida
  • Richard Minor, a disabled homeless man, has been charged with murder and aggravated assault in the incident
  • The confrontation escalated when Minor doused Arias with bear spray and then fatally shot him

Pros

  • Raises awareness about the importance of respecting designated parking spaces for the disabled

Cons

  • Tragic loss of life in a senseless dispute over a parking space