Police Say Largo Man Shot Girlfriend In Bed, Killed Himself

LARGO, FL — Largo police are investigating an apparent murder-suicide on Dec. 19.

Police were called to the Whispering Pines Mobile Home Park at 3:18 p.m. for a report of two people dead. When they investigated, detectives discovered that, during the early morning hours, 46-year-old Ricardo Ortiz Gomez shot and killed his girlfriend, 30-year-old Sharry Colon, while she was sleeping in her bed. Ortiz Gomez then committed suicide.

A family member later found the couple dead.

When police interviewed the family, they said they learned the couple had a tumultuous relationship and that Colon was planning to leave Ortiz Gomez.

The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is an important resource for those who are having thoughts of suicide or people concerned for a loved one. The Lifeline provides free, 24/7 confidential support at 1-800-273-8255. Learn more about the risk factors and warning signs of suicide and five action steps you can use to help someone in need.