Wolf In Sheep's Clothing: Orlando pastor arrested and charged after shooting his wife outside her place of employment
Article By Carlos Canon // EEW Magazine Online // News
An Orlando, Fla., pastor and self-described prophet was arrested after fatally shooting his wife outside a credit union where she was employed.
Barbara Tommey, 27, was killed by her husband Sylvester Ofori, 35, near the front door of the business.
Sylvester Ofori shot and killed his wife Barbara Tommey in Florida (Photo: Facebook/Floodgates of Heaven International Ministries)
The pastor of Floodgates of Heaven International Ministries who teaches on prophecy, healing, deliverance and financial increase, shot Tommey at around 9 a.m. at Navy Federal Credit Union.
Tommey was taken to the hospital and pronounced dead.
According to Fox 35 Orlando, police said a search warrant was executed at Ofori’s apartment, where he was taken into custody for the shooting that was captured on security cameras.
Describing the footage of the fatal incident, Police Chief Orlando Rolon said, “You can tell that she’s trying to get inside. Unfortunately, he shoots her outside of the establishment.”
Ofori has been charged with first-degree murder with a firearm, according to police.
In a 2015 Instagram post, Ofori posted a photograph with his wife and captioned it: "Love is awesome because God is Love. It’s a divine gift. So handle the hearts around you with care. Love God and one another."
In this January 5, 2019 photograph, Pastor Sylvester Ofori ministers at his local church (Credit: Facebook/Floodgates of Heaven International Ministries)
Navy Federal Credit Union released a statement on the shooting, saying, “Our thoughts are with our team member's family. Our number one priority is keeping both our members and team members safe.
“We will ensure all team members at the branch are provided with the support they need during this time. Any further information can be provided by the Orlando Police Department."
