Shooting in Southwest Miami-Dade Injures 17-Year-Old Boy
Residents in Southwest Miami-Dade are shaken after a barrage of bullets rang out near apartment complexes, leaving a 17-year-old boy shot and injured.
Shooting Investigation Underway
Miami-Dade Police responded to a ShotSpotter alert just before 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday at the Cutler Manor Apartments, located at 10875 SW 216th Street. When officers arrived on the scene, they found a 17-year-old boy with an apparent gunshot wound and transported him to Jackson South Medical Center in stable condition.
Witness Accounts
Residents living in the area reported hearing dozens of rounds of shots fired, with one neighbor sharing a harrowing experience with 7News. She claimed that a bullet even hit her apartment window, specifically her daughter’s bedroom. Fortunately, her daughter was not in the room at the time, as she had recently rearranged the furniture.
Investigation Ongoing
Detectives from the Miami-Dade Police Department are still investigating the shooting, and no arrests have been made. According to authorities, the incident is currently under investigation, and further details are expected to be released as the investigation unfolds.
Community Reacts
Residents of the area are understandably shaken by the incident, which has left many feeling concerned for their safety. "I’m just glad no one was seriously injured, but it’s still very scary to hear all that gunfire," said one resident.
For Now, and in the Future
The Miami-Dade Police Department will continue to investigate the shooting, working to identify the shooter and bring them to justice. In the meantime, residents are advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
FAQs
- When did the shooting occur?
- The shooting occurred just before 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday.
- Where did the shooting take place?
- The shooting took place at the Cutler Manor Apartments, located at 10875 SW 216th Street in Southwest Miami-Dade.
- What is the condition of the 17-year-old boy injured in the shooting?
- The boy was transported to Jackson South Medical Center in stable condition.
- Have any arrests been made in connection to the shooting?
- No, no arrests have been made in connection to the shooting.
- Who is investigating the shooting?
- The Miami-Dade Police Department is investigating the shooting.
