Venice Man’s Use of Deadly Force Determined to Be Justified

 

 

Venice Man’s Use of Deadly Force Determined to Be Justified

Francesco Abbruzzino, The Uncensored Report, LLC

 

 

 

Venice Police Department
 
SHOOTING INVESTIGATION CASE UPDATE: On July 1, 2026, Venice Police responded to an apartment at 522 Vistera Blvd. after resident Aaron Bean called 911 to report that he had shot a man who forced his way into his residence. As previously shared, investigators determined this was an isolated incident, and there was no ongoing threat to the surrounding community.
 
The investigation found that Terry Lee Murphy, 32, of Venice, forced his way into Bean’s apartment while threatening to kill Bean and members of his family. Murphy then repeatedly shoved and struck Bean while holding one hand behind his back as if he were armed. The confrontation continued from the living room into a bedroom, where Bean retrieved a firearm and fired three times. Murphy fled the apartment and later died from his injuries.
 
Bean immediately reported the shooting, cooperated fully with investigators and voluntarily provided footage from a security camera inside his apartment. Investigators reviewed digital evidence that corroborated Bean’s testimony.
 
After reviewing the evidence, the State Attorney’s Office determined that Bean’s use of deadly force was justified under Florida law. Bean had no duty to retreat within his own home and reasonably believed the force was necessary to prevent imminent death or great bodily harm. The State has determined not to prosecute the case.
 
Cases involving the loss of life are never taken lightly. Bean acted appropriately following the incident by immediately calling 911, reporting his actions and cooperating fully with investigators.
 
“Our detectives carried out their duty to conduct a thorough, impartial investigation, allowing the State Attorney’s Office to reach a determination based on the complete evidence and applicable law,” said Venice Police Captain Eric Hill. “While this decision closes the criminal investigation, we recognize the gravity of the incident and the loss of life involved.”