*”David Ortiz Shot in Dominican Republic Incident”*
Former Boston Red Sox legend David Ortiz was shot in an incident in the Dominican Republic. Ortiz, also known as “Big Papi,” is receiving medical attention.
The incident occurred at a nightclub in Santo Domingo. Details are emerging.
Ortiz’s condition and the investigation are being closely followed.
David Ortiz, the former Boston Red Sox legend, was shot in the Dominican Republic on June 9, 2019. Here are some key details about the incident ¹ ² ³:
– *The Shooting*: Ortiz was shot in the back at close range by a motorcyclist while sitting with friends at the Dial Bar and Lounge in Santo Domingo. The bullet exited through his abdomen, and he underwent emergency surgery.
– *Investigation*: Authorities arrested six suspects, including the alleged gunman, Rolfi Ferreyra Cruz, who confessed to the crime. A seventh suspect, Luis Alfredo Rivas Clase, remained at large.
– *Motive*: Initially, police believed the shooting was a paid hit job, with a group of criminals offering $8,000 to assassinate Ortiz. However, it was later revealed that Ortiz was mistaken for the intended target, Sixto David Fernandez.
– *Verdict*: In December 2022, a court in the Dominican Republic convicted 10 people connected to the attempted murder. Rolfi Ferreyra Cruz and Eddy Vladimir Feliz Garcia were sentenced to 30 years in prison.
– *Recovery*: Ortiz made a public appearance in December 2019, nearly six months after the shooting, at a charity exhibition in the Dominican Republic.
– *Aftermath*: Ortiz’s foundation continues to support children in the Dominican Republic and the United States. The incident highlighted the dangers of violence and the importance of prioritizing safety.
