In Northwest Miami-Dade, a shooting incident occurred where two teenage boys and a young man were injured and taken to the hospital. According to Miami-Dade Police, the victims were outside a home in the Liberty City neighborhood when an unknown person approached them and fired shots, hitting them in their lower extremities.
The incident took place near Northwest 22nd Avenue and 65th Street on Thursday night. The victims, aged 15, 17, and 22, were hanging out in front of a home when the shooting occurred. Fortunately, they were transported to Jackson Memorial Hospital in stable condition.
Authorities believe that the shooter may have known the victims and that it was not a random act of violence. Police officers were seen canvassing the neighborhood for clues and information about the suspect. Despite the frequent sound of gunfire in the area, neighbors were shocked by the incident and expressed concern about the prevalence of guns in the community.
The victims are expected to fully recover from their injuries, and investigators are urging anyone with information about the shooting to contact Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers. Tips can be provided anonymously, and a reward of up to $5,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest.
The incident serves as a reminder of the dangers of gun violence in the community and the importance of coming forward with information to help law enforcement solve such crimes. It is fortunate that the victims are expected to survive, but the incident highlights the need for ongoing efforts to address and prevent such acts of violence in the future.
