The daughter of Fridelene Daniel, who was shot dead shortly after seeking police protection from her ex-boyfriend, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the City of Boynton Beach. On November 8, 2023, Daniel reported to police that her ex, Robens Cesar, was stalking her and had threatened to kill her, yet officers allowed both to leave the station without separation, leading to her murder within an hour.
Daniel’s daughter, Abigail Orelien, now 18, highlights the failure of police to take her mother’s threats seriously, as an officer reportedly mocked her accent during the brief interaction. The complaint reveals a concerning pattern of inadequate response from Officer Jermaine Jones, who faced prior disciplinary actions, raising questions about police protocols in domestic violence cases.
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