WEST PARK, Fla. — A man charged with murder argued self-defense in a Broward County courtroom, and an order filed Thursday shows the judge agreed with him, citing Florida’s “Stand Your Ground” law.
Darrell Rose was arrested for second-degree murder in connection to a fight that was captured on surveillance video in January 2024.
In the video, Rose is seen arguing and fighting with Serdjy Hyppolite outside of a West Park tire shop, located in the 2400 block of Southwest 57th Avenue.
According to the judge’s order, Hyppolite pulled out a gun, which led to a struggle, and the gun went off, killing Hyppolite.
As part of Judge Barbara Duffy’s four-page order, she wrote, “(Rose) simply tried to prevent himself from being shot and killed by Hyppolite and, during the process, the firearm accidentally discharged.”
The judge granted the defendant’s motion for immunity under Florida’s “Stand Your Ground” law.
The Broward State Attorney’s Office says they’re reviewing the decision to determine whether they will appeal.
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