Alexander Deltoro, 32, faced a judicial setback as his attempt to argue self-defense under Florida's "Stand Your Ground" law was dismissed. The case revolves around the shooting death of his mother, Cindy Gale Deltoro, 60, during a confrontation that erupted after a birthday celebration turned fatal.
The proceedings unfolded in a recent hearing where Deltoro sought the dismissal of manslaughter charges against him. The incident, which occurred on December 14, 2019, saw tensions escalate between Deltoro and his father following a celebration marking Deltoro's 28th birthday.
Deltoro recounted in court how the altercation unfolded. "He raised his fist at me like he was going to punch me," Deltoro testified, referencing his father. "He had me pushed against a wall. I saw his hand go into his pocket. I pretty much knew what he was going for."
Despite Deltoro's claims, the presiding judge rejected the self-defense argument and ordered the case to proceed to trial before a jury.
The tragic incident transpired at the Deltoro family's residence in Margate, as detailed in a complaint and affidavit. Allegedly, the conflict originated during the car ride home after the celebratory outing, where Deltoro purportedly struck his father. Upon arrival home, the altercation intensified, leading to a physical confrontation.
As per the affidavit, the situation escalated to a point where Deltoro's father pinned him against a concrete wall. In the ensuing struggle, Deltoro, who was carrying a concealed firearm without a permit, attempted to retrieve the weapon. Tragically, during the altercation, the firearm discharged, fatally striking Cindy Deltoro.

“As a result of being pinned into the wall, the defendant’s glasses fell off his face, leaving him unable to see,” the affidavit said. “The defendant, who was unlawfully carrying a concealed 9 mm Glock handgun in a non-retention holster inside his right waistband, attempted to retrieve the firearm. During the physical altercation, the victim intervened between the two and was able to separate them.”
Once the defendant and his father separated, the document said, “the defendant produced the firearm, pointed in the direction of the victim, and discharged a single round.”
The bullet hit Cindy Deltoro in the face, and she died, police said.

Authorities disclosed that Deltoro Jr. admitted to carrying the concealed firearm without a permit and acknowledged becoming aggravated during the altercation. However, he claimed the discharge was unintentional, citing impaired vision due to his glasses falling off during the fight.
Authorities deemed Deltoro's actions as a "reckless disregard for human life and safety," emphasizing the gravity of the situation.
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