As of now, Dominican Republic law enforcement officials are maintaining the theory that the gunman who shot David Ortiz on June 9 wasn't targeting the Red Sox legend.
Baseball Hall of Famers, especially fellow Dominican hero Pedro Martinez, aren't buying it, according to the Boston Globe's Dan Shaughnessy. Shaughnessy, who attended the 2019 Baseball Hall of Fame induction ceremonies in Cooperstown over the weekend, wrote that he didn't encounter anyone who believed the "mistaken identity" theory. Martinez, who has been in touch with Ortiz, certainly doesn't believe that conclusion, but declined to reveal much.
“This is for David and his family to talk about when they are ready,’’ Martinez told The Globe. “The only thing I will say is that this is the first time a baseball player was targeted in our country.’’
Even the supposed target of the shooting said he the "mistaken identity" theory doesn't add up. It's important to note, as the U.S. ambassador told Shaughnessy, that the investigation is ongoing. Still, one suspect will reportedly be officially charged with attempted murder and the alleged mastermind of the shooting has been apprehended. More than 10 suspects have been arrested in connection to the shooting of Ortiz.
Meanwhile, Ortiz underwent a third surgery on July 11 to address complications from the gunshot wounds. Prior to that, his wife, Tiffany, said that he is in 'good' condition as he 'continues to make progress with his recovery.'
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