Carlos Tejada Arrested After Grandmother Carmen Ochoa Killed by Stray Bullet

Kissimmee: A tragic incident unfolded when a grandmother was killed by a stray bullet. Carlos Manuel Tejada, 44, was arrested nearly three weeks later. He allegedly fired the shot into the air during New Year’s celebrations.

Carmen Rosa Neira Ochoa, 56, was enjoying fireworks with her daughters when she suddenly felt a sharp pain. Despite efforts to save her, she was pronounced dead at the hospital.

Tejada, who has no prior criminal record, shot the bullet from his backyard across a lake. Investigators linked the bullet that struck Ochoa to a gun found in his home.

Kissimmee Police Chief Robert Anzueto emphasized the dangers of celebratory gunfire. He stated that Tejada’s actions, while not intended to harm anyone, led to a tragic loss of life.

Ochoa was remembered as a loving mother and grandmother, dedicated to her family. Her son-in-law described her as caring and always willing to help others. This incident serves as a heartbreaking reminder of the risks associated with firing guns into the air.