1 child flown to hospital after incendiary device thrown into home

Introduction to the Incident

One person was hurt after an "incendiary device" was thrown into a home in Southwest Miami-Dade on Tuesday night, according to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office. Authorities said they responded shortly after 10 p.m. to the residence on the 27000 block of Southwest 143rd Place.

Response and Victim Condition

They found that the victim had already been rushed "by a third party to an area hospital, and while at that facility, was airlifted by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue to HCA Florida Kendall in critical condition."

The victim was airlifted by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue to HCA Florida Kendall in critical condition, the sheriff’s office said. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue said the patient "went by air to nearest pediatric trauma facility," but the victim’s age and extent of their injuries were not immediately known.

Investigation

The sheriff’s office said detectives with the arson unit had assumed the investigation. Information about a possible search for a suspect was also not available. NBC6 is working to learn more about this developing story. Refresh for updates.

Conclusion

The incident of an incendiary device being thrown into a home in Southwest Miami-Dade, resulting in one person being flown to a pediatric facility, is a serious and concerning matter. The investigation by the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, specifically the arson unit, is underway. As more details emerge, the community will be looking for updates on the condition of the victim and any developments in the search for a suspect.

FAQs

• Q: What happened in Southwest Miami-Dade?
  • A: An "incendiary device" was thrown into a home, resulting in one person being injured.
• Q: What is the condition of the victim?
  • A: The victim was airlifted to HCA Florida Kendall in critical condition.
• Q: Who is investigating the incident?
  • A: Detectives with the arson unit of the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office are investigating.
• Q: Is there information on a suspect?
  • A: As of the last update, information about a possible search for a suspect was not available.
• Q: Where was the victim taken after the initial hospital visit?
  • A: The victim was airlifted to the nearest pediatric trauma facility, which is HCA Florida Kendall.