VALRICO, Fla. — Deputies arrested a man and charged him with murder after they say shot an elderly woman in the head on Wednesday.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said they received a call at 4 p.m. from 48-year-old Michael Zammiello reporting an accidental injury.
When deputies arrived at the home on Amber Ridge Lane in Valrico, they found Shirley St. Pearre, 73, who had been shot in the head. She was taken to a local hospital, where she later died.
Deputies said Zammiello admitted to detectives that he accidentally shot St. Pearre inside the home during an interview. He was taken into custody and, after further investigation, is now facing a charge of pre-meditated first-degree murder with a firearm.
"This was a senseless act of violence, and our detectives have worked tirelessly to ensure justice is served," said Sheriff Chad Chronister. "The evidence uncovered in this investigation leaves no doubt about the suspect's intent, and we will do everything in our power to hold him accountable for this horrific crime."
This is still an ongoing investigation.
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