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Miami Teen Shot During Argument in SW Miami-Dade
18 Sep
Summary
- A 16-year-old boy was critically injured after being shot multiple times.
- An 18-year-old suspect was arrested in connection with the shooting incident.
- A second individual was shot at but sustained no injuries during the altercation.
A shooting incident in southwest Miami-Dade left a 16-year-old boy in critical condition after he was shot multiple times during an argument on Thursday night. The altercation took place around 6:30 p.m. near Southwest 203rd Street and 129th Avenue.
According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office, the teenage victim was shot in the lower body after stepping out of a vehicle during a dispute. Investigators confirmed that a second individual, who reportedly tried to de-escalate the situation, was also shot at but was not injured.
Surveillance footage captured a dark-colored truck speeding away from the scene shortly after the shooting. Authorities have since identified and arrested an 18-year-old suspect in connection with the violent event. Residents described hearing gunshots and witnessing a rapid police response to the neighborhood.
