(COLUMBIA, MO) ~ Columbia Police responded to a shooting on May 18th at approximately 12:40 p.m. in the 500 block of East Nifong Boulevard. Upon arrival, officers found two victims with gunshot wounds. Both were transported to a local hospital, where one of the victims, identified as Derek Gonzalez, 32, of Columbia, later succumbed to his injuries. His next of kin has been notified.

The second victim is currently in stable condition. Detectives and crime scene investigators were called to the scene and conducted interviews with those involved. The individual who was initially detained by police has since been released without charges.

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The case remains open and active as authorities continue their investigation. No further details will be released at this time.

According to officials, this is an ongoing investigation and anyone with information about the incident is urged to contact the Columbia Police Department at 573-874-7652. Those who wish to remain anonymous can call CrimeStoppers at 573-875-8477. A cash reward of up to $2,500 may be given for information leading to an arrest.

The case number for this incident is 2025-004512.

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