A mass shooting that occurred Thursday afternoon left at least four people injured in a warehouse area of the Glenvar Heights neighborhood in Miami-Dade County, local authorities reported.
The incident occurred around 1:30 p.m. at the facilities of Priced Right Motors, Inc., a car dealership located at 7321 SW 45th Street, where other businesses such as batting centers, gardening stores, and gyms also operate, as reported by Local 10.
According to Richard Torrente, the owner of one of the businesses in the area and a witness to the events, at least four people were shot during the attack.
The victims were attended to by teams from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, who quickly arrived along with agents from the Miami-Dade County Sheriff's Office.
The police reported that the shooter has not been captured and remains at large, prompting the deployment of a SWAT team and Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) personnel in the surrounding area.
Authorities have not yet confirmed the motive for the shooting or the identities of the injured, and are investigating the incident as an active case of armed violence.
The area, usually frequented by workers and clients of businesses such as Hitting .365, Lawnmowers R US, and the All Purpose Training gym, was cordoned off by the police while search and evidence collection efforts were underway.
Authorities have urged the public to avoid the area and to cooperate by providing any information that may lead to the suspect's whereabouts.
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Frequently asked questions about the mass shooting at the warehouse in Miami
How many people were injured in the Miami shooting?
At least four people were injured in the mass shooting that took place at a car dealership in the Glenvar Heights neighborhood of Miami-Dade.
What was the authorities' response to the shooting in Miami?
The authorities quickly responded to the shooting, deploying Miami-Dade Fire Rescue teams and Sheriff deputies from the county. Additionally, a SWAT team and Florida Highway Patrol officers were mobilized in the area.
Is the identity of the shooter in the Miami shooting known?
The shooter has not been captured and remains at large, prompting an intense search by the authorities. So far, their identity has not been confirmed.
What security measures have been implemented following the shooting in Miami?
The police have cordoned off the area of the shooting and have urged the public to avoid the area and assist with any information that could help locate the suspect. Search efforts and evidence collection have been intensified.
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