Jimmy Ovilmar, 33, was killed on October 17, 2020, in Lake Worth Beach, Florida. He was at a party with a longtime friend, 42-year-old Max Sume, who had brought a Smith & Wesson firearm concealed in his waistband because he felt the neighborhood was dangerous. An altercation at the event led to Sume being attacked by an unknown person. Ovilmar was taken to St. Mary’s Medical Center in West Palm Beach and pronounced dead shortly after arrival.

Deputies found Sume in a state of shock and he was arrested and charged with manslaughter. The case raised questions about self-defense and the application of Florida’s stand-your-ground provisions, and drew local attention to firearm responsibilities and public safety. If anyone who attended that party or knew Jimmy or his circle has information, please share it with investigators.