Coral Springs Shooting Captured on Surveillance Video

Man faces numerous charges after allegedly shooting woman multiple times

Apr. 17, 2026 at 10:37am

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An extreme close-up of a spent shell casing on the ground, reflecting a harsh, direct camera flash in the darkness, conveying the gritty, investigative nature of this crime scene.Surveillance footage captures the violent aftermath of a domestic-related shooting in a Coral Springs shopping plaza.Coral Springs Today

Police in Coral Springs, Florida have arrested 49-year-old Abdul Perez and charged him with attempted premeditated murder, aggravated battery, possession of a firearm or ammunition subject to injunction, and tampering with evidence after he allegedly shot a woman multiple times at a shopping plaza on Thursday. Surveillance video captured the incident, which is being described as domestic-related.

Why it matters

Violent crimes like this shooting in a public place raise concerns about public safety and the need for stronger domestic violence prevention and intervention measures in the community. The availability of surveillance footage also highlights the increasing role of technology in documenting and investigating crimes.

The details

According to police, the shooting took place around 3 p.m. in the 7600 block of West Sample Road. When officers arrived, they found a woman with several gunshot wounds. Surveillance video captured the moment when at least five gunshots could be heard as the incident unfolded. A nearby worker expressed shock, saying 'This is something unprecedented to happen in this area. We are all in shock.'

  • The incident took place around 3 p.m. on Thursday, April 17, 2026.

The players

Abdul Perez

A 49-year-old man who was arrested and charged with attempted premeditated murder, aggravated battery, possession of a firearm or ammunition subject to injunction, and tampering with evidence.

Justin

A worker in the area who expressed shock after the shooting, saying 'This is something unprecedented to happen in this area. We are all in shock.'

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What they’re saying

“This is something unprecedented to happen in this area. We are all in shock.”

— Justin, Worker

What’s next

Police are expected to release more information about the shooting and the condition of the woman who was shot on Friday.

The takeaway

This violent incident highlights the need for continued efforts to address domestic violence and improve public safety in the Coral Springs community. The availability of surveillance footage will be crucial in the investigation and prosecution of this case.