Orlando police announced Wednesday that a suspect has been taken into custody for the March 2026 shooting at the Palms Club Condos in the MetroWest area of the city. The arrest was made in Tampa, where authorities apprehended 24‑year‑old Alan Vernon Florvilus.
Background of the incident
According to the Orlando Police Department, three men were involved in the confrontation that escalated into gunfire. The individuals identified by police are Florvilus, Roderick Barron and Howard Bennett.
Detectives learned the night before the shooting that Barron and Bennett had been arguing. During that dispute, Bennett threatened to shoot Barron and reached out to Florvilus, asking him to come to the location.
Sequence of events
Early the next morning, Barron and Bennett met in the parking lot of the condo complex and the argument continued. Police say Bennett attempted to draw a firearm on Barron. Before Bennett could fire, Barron pulled his own gun and shot Bennett, killing him. Investigators determined Barron acted in self‑defense and he is not facing any charges.
After the fatal shooting, Florvilus entered an apartment, retrieved a rifle‑style firearm and opened fire on Barron. Barron was seriously wounded but survived. Florvilus then fled the scene.
Legal outcome
Florvilus has been charged with attempted first‑degree murder. He remains in custody pending a court appearance. The Orlando Police Department praised the collaborative effort of detectives and Tampa law‑enforcement partners that led to the arrest.
Community impact
The shooting has raised concerns among residents of the MetroWest condo community about safety and the handling of disputes. Local neighborhood associations are urging the city to increase patrols and explore conflict‑resolution resources to prevent similar incidents.
Police continue to investigate the full circumstances surrounding the dispute and have asked anyone with additional information to contact the Orlando Police Department.
Original reporting: WESH Orlando — read the source article.
