Fall River Woman and Son Killed in Brutal Double Shooting, Suspect Charged with Murder
A devastating double shooting in Fall River has left a family shattered, as the suspect behind the brutal killings was charged with murder on Sunday. Arlington Cole, 54, is now facing two counts of murder and one count of unlawful possession of a firearm after shooting to death Elizabeth Almeida, 54, and her 25-year-old son Nicholas Almedia.
According to prosecutors, Cole, who had been in a dating relationship with the victims, was found on the scene by police. Friday night's shocking events began when Fall River police received reports of a double shooting on Barnes Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered Elizabeth and Nicholas suffering from gunshot wounds and rushed them to hospital, where they were pronounced dead.
Cole is scheduled to be arraigned in court on Monday, as authorities continue their investigation into the motive behind the heinous killings. The Bristol County District Attorney's office has issued a statement assuring the public that the case is being treated with "the utmost seriousness" and that Cole will face justice for his alleged crimes.
The Fall River community is still reeling from the news of the senseless murders, which have left many questioning how such a tragedy could occur in their own backyard. As the investigation unfolds, one thing is clear: Cole's actions have left an indelible mark on the lives of those who knew and loved Elizabeth and Nicholas Almedia.
A devastating double shooting in Fall River has left a family shattered, as the suspect behind the brutal killings was charged with murder on Sunday. Arlington Cole, 54, is now facing two counts of murder and one count of unlawful possession of a firearm after shooting to death Elizabeth Almeida, 54, and her 25-year-old son Nicholas Almedia.
According to prosecutors, Cole, who had been in a dating relationship with the victims, was found on the scene by police. Friday night's shocking events began when Fall River police received reports of a double shooting on Barnes Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered Elizabeth and Nicholas suffering from gunshot wounds and rushed them to hospital, where they were pronounced dead.
Cole is scheduled to be arraigned in court on Monday, as authorities continue their investigation into the motive behind the heinous killings. The Bristol County District Attorney's office has issued a statement assuring the public that the case is being treated with "the utmost seriousness" and that Cole will face justice for his alleged crimes.
The Fall River community is still reeling from the news of the senseless murders, which have left many questioning how such a tragedy could occur in their own backyard. As the investigation unfolds, one thing is clear: Cole's actions have left an indelible mark on the lives of those who knew and loved Elizabeth and Nicholas Almedia.
... it's like something out of a movie, but no way is that how real life is supposed to go down. I mean, Cole was in a relationship with the victims? That's just messed up, even before he went and killed them both 
. And now the whole city is in shock, trying to process this senseless violence. It's like, we've seen it before, but never on our own doorstep 
. I guess that's what makes it so hard to accept. The DA saying they'll treat it with "the utmost seriousness"... yeah, we know, words are cheap, but at least something has to be done 
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... I mean, can you even imagine walking into your home and finding out that someone has shot and killed two people you love? It's like a nightmare come true. The fact that it was a guy the victims were dating and even living with him just makes it even more twisted 
. How is this possible in our society? We always hear about how we need to look out for each other, but what can you do when someone is capable of such evil? I'm sure the community is going to be forever changed by this tragedy 
. Double shootings are always so devastating, but when it's a family like that... it feels like our community is just getting hit over the head with reality. I'm only 25 myself, can't even imagine losing someone I love like that 
. Anyway, I'm sure the justice system will deal with him, but can we please focus on supporting each other as a community too? We need to stick together in times like these 
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. Two counts of murder and one count of unlawful possession of a firearm? That's some heavy charges 
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. I mean, it's not easy dealing with a tragedy like this in your own backyard, but that's exactly what makes the outpouring of love and support even more remarkable 
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. The Almeida family deserves justice, and I'm sure they'll get it 
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. And Cole was in a relationship with the victims? It just doesn't add up... Like, if they were dating, wouldn't they know each other's boundaries and stuff? 
I'm not saying that relationships can't get toxic or whatever, but it seems like this guy had some major red flags right from the start. And the fact that he was found on the scene with a firearm just makes me even more suspicious... Like, what was he expecting to happen when he went there? 
The investigation needs to dig deeper into his motives, you know? This whole thing is just too convenient 
this is so sad what kinda world we livin in where u can just go around killin ppl 
it's like cole had no regard for their lives at all 
my thoughts are with their loved ones who must be going through this unimaginable pain... may they find comfort & strength in each other 
and i hope the investigation reveals all the facts so justice can finally be served 
I'm shaking thinking about it. The fact that the guy was in a relationship with them and had access to both of them makes my skin crawl 
. Can you even imagine being in their shoes and finding out what happened? It's just devastating