HOLLAND, Mich. — The family of a homicide victim says he was able to donate some of his organs Tuesday.
Miguel Zamudio was shot in Holland Saturday afternoon and declared brain dead a day later.
A family spokesperson says Zamudio donated both of his kidneys, his liver and his heart.
Detectives say the 41-year-old man was visiting family at a home on W 19th St. near Van Raalte Avenue.
They say, while outside, an unknown man allegedly walked up with a long gun and shot Zamudio in the head.
27-year-old Jerell Lindsey has since been arrested and was charged Monday with murder.
There’s still no word on a possible motive, and a judge denied him bond.
Zamudio’s family says they’re finding solace in the fact that other people will be able to live thanks to his generous gift.
Miguel’s wife, Katrina Zamudio, tells FOX 17 that Miguel is being taken to Ann Arbor to donate tissue, too.
“The amount of people in attendance was beautiful...He was such a loved man! His honor will live on in those that he has touched throughout his life,” Katrina said. “I’m ecstatic he will save four lives!!”
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