Ocklawaha Resident Arrested After Shooting Incident, Marijuana Found in Pocket
A shooting on February 9, 2025, has led to the arrest of Cameron Gezel, a resident of Ocklawaha, on charges of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon, possession of a firearm by a convicted felon, and possession of marijuana under 20 grams.
Gezel’s day started innocently enough at a local hotel in Ocala with a visit from his “baby momma,” but quickly escalated when he reportedly pulled a 9mm firearm from his “Rick and Morty” backpack during a dispute. After a tense argument with the victim, Gezel allegedly shot the man, who was transported to the hospital in critical condition but stable after surgery.
Following the incident, authorities tracked Gezel to another residence, where K-9 Deputy Pulford led the search. Gezel was found hiding in the backyard and detained. During a search, deputies discovered a small bag of marijuana in his pocket.
With a criminal history that includes multiple felony convictions, Gezel’s possession of the firearm was illegal. He now faces charges for the shooting, as well as for marijuana possession, while the investigation continues. He was taken into custody at the Marion County Jail.
As the victim of this shooting as the survivor of this shooting after the one standing tall after this praising God and recoverinG Gratefully…. The State dropped charges on this man because I was in a coma and recovering and paid me no money… Also couldn’t even provide healthcare