Related videos:
Two 17-year-old teenagers were arrested for allegedly being involved in a shooting where another minor was injured by gunfire this Friday in the Little Havana neighborhood in Miami.
According to local media, the youths, apparently gang members, opened fire amidst a conflict with another 17-year-old. The latter was injured.
One of the two teenagers who fired shots was charged with first-degree assault and attempted murder.
The incident occurred around 2:30 p.m. this Friday at Henderson Park, near Little Havana in Miami, police said.
It all began when one of the suspects, along with an "unidentified delinquent," made gang signs towards the victim and witnesses "and offered to fight them," according to the police report consulted by NBC Miami.
According to the authorities, the victim thought they were talking about the motorcycle parked in the lot, so he walked towards it and tried to leave, but it wouldn't start.
It was then that the suspected teenager and the unidentified assailant approached the victim, and one of them opened fire.
The minor sustained a gunshot wound to the bicep, but was alert and conscious when he was taken to a local hospital for treatment.
The two suspects fled the scene on foot until they were caught at Northwest 7th Avenue and Northwest 2nd Street.
Initially, the police reported that they had arrested three people in the vicinity of the crime scene, but later they only referred to two.
In a rise in crimes that has troubled the Miami community, several cases of shootings, domestic violence, and thefts have been reported in the area.
This Thursday, it was reported that a man of Cuban origin attacked a security guard with the handle of a machete at the Sedano's supermarket, located in Little Havana.
The attack occurred when the suspect was confronted for allegedly attempting to steal merchandise. The guard was injured in the head, but he is out of danger.
The man has been identified as Yuris Jiménez Linares, a 38-year-old Cuban. He was arrested by the Miami police on charges of aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and assault. He attempted to flee the scene after the incident but was detained by witnesses until authorities arrived.
Days earlier, an 18-year-old man kidnapped another in the Brickell area of Miami, after threatening him with a gun and demanding a ransom of $35,000.
The victim was left in an unknown location and had to walk back home. The suspect was subsequently arrested and is facing serious charges such as armed kidnapping, armed robbery, and extortion.
Frequently Asked Questions about the shooting in Little Havana and violence in Miami
What happened in the shooting in Little Havana?
Two 17-year-old teenagers were arrested for their alleged involvement in a shooting that left another minor injured in the Little Havana neighborhood of Miami. The incident occurred at Henderson Park and is linked to gang-related conflicts. The victim was shot in the bicep and was transported to a local hospital.
What is the security situation in Little Havana?
Little Havana has experienced an increase in crime, including shootings, domestic violence, and theft. The Cuban community in Miami is concerned about the rising insecurity, driven by a surge in criminal activity in the area.
What other violent incidents have occurred in Miami recently?
Miami has recently been the scene of several violent incidents. Among them is a machete attack at a supermarket and a kidnapping in Brickell. There have also been shootings in Miami Gardens and violent confrontations at tire stores.
What measures is the Miami police taking to combat violence?
The Miami police have intensified their efforts to combat crime through operations and raids. They are working to identify and arrest those responsible for violent incidents and are requesting the community's collaboration to provide information that may assist in the investigations.
Filed under: