Fall River Tragedy: Community Mourns Elizabeth Almeida and Her Son Nicholas
Fall River tragedy leaves community heartbroken over Elizabeth Almeida and son Nicholas. Read tributes, see vigils, learn how locals cope and unite to
Elizabeth Almeida, 54, and her son Nicholas Almeida, 25, who are much missed in the Fall River neighborhood, were tragically shot and killed Friday night. A mother and her grown son had their lives shortened in an act of violence that has left great sadness among friends, neighbors, and relatives.
Elizabeth Almeida and Son Nicholas Murdered in Terrible Shooting
Soon after 8 p.m., police showed up at a residence on Barnes Street to look into a possible shooting. Officers found Elizabeth and Nicholas in bad condition. Both were found dead at a neighboring hospital despite having emergency medical attention.
The Bristol County District Attorney's Office found that the investigation of the case was a murder. There, a suspect was found and calmly taken into custody. Arlington Cole, 54, the suspect authorities said was maybe dating Elizabeth Almeida, was identified. Prosecutors have said that if the probe continues, criminal charges are likely when a gun was discovered.
Still reeling from the lives lost as fresh facts surface. Elizabeth is remembered as a mother; Nicolas is remembered as a son whose future was still open. Those who loved them have a big hole in their hearts from their deaths.
Authorities have extended condolences to the Almeida family and encouraged people to respect their privacy at this time of tremendous sadness. Elizabeth Almeida and Nicholas Almeida were important; their memories will still be alive in a society mourning their loss.
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