A tragic incident occurred in Overtown, Miami, when a child suffered a gunshot wound and was urgently taken to a local hospital earlier today. The exact circumstances of the shooting, which took place in the vicinity of Northwest 2nd Avenue and Northwest 17th Street, remain unclear, and at this time, the age and condition of the child have not been disclosed, as reported by NBC Miami.
According to Local 10 News, after the shooting was reported at 200 NW 17th St., Miami Police learned from relatives that the child was driven to Holtz Children's Hospital by the father where the child is currently listed in critical condition, the Miami Police Department is leading an ongoing investigation into the events that led up to this grave situation.
No arrests have been made and further details about the shooting have not surfaced, authorities are urging anyone with pertinent information to come forward and assist in the investigation, they are prompting individuals to contact the Miami Police Department or call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-8477 to aid in bringing clarity and possibly aid in finding those responsible for the injury to the child.
