Two Arrested in Deadly Hialeah Santeria Ritual Shooting

A violent incident during a Santeria ritual in Hialeah resulted in one death and multiple injuries, leading to the arrests of two men, Yasmany Matos González and Milton Cao, both charged with second-degree murder. The chaos began on February 12 when a dispute erupted during the ceremony, escalating to gunfire and stabbings. Surveillance footage reportedly captured Matos González shooting the victim, identified only as 'Nodar,' who then attacked Matos González with a knife before being shot by Cao. Matos González's teenage son was also injured while attempting to protect his father. Both suspects face serious charges, and police continue to investigate the details surrounding the incident. The case has drawn attention to the Santeria religion amid questions about the events that led to the violence.