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North Miami Beach Man Fatally Shot While Rollerblading with $5000 Reward for Leads Offered by Crime Stoppers

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Published on October 05, 2024
North Miami Beach Man Fatally Shot While Rollerblading with $5000 Reward for Leads Offered by Crime StoppersSource: X/Crime Stoppers Miami & FL Keys

A man was fatally shot while rollerblading in North Miami Beach. Wilton Mena, also known by the name Frieza, was shot and killed early Tuesday morning near Northeast 167th Street and 18th Avenue, as reported by NBC Miami.

In an effort to obtain leads, Crime Stoppers has announced a reward of up to $5,000 for information that yields an arrest in the case. The appeal for public assistance was posted on X, where Crime Stoppers implored, "We are seeking witnesses or anyone with details about this incident, including anonymous tips or information seen online. Your voice matters, and you can help us bring justice for Wilton and his family." The public can reach out to Crime Stoppers at 305-471-8477 or visit their website, with the assurance that all tips can remain anonymous.

Mena's sudden death has left a wife and child. Authorities are seeking any information that could provide crucial evidence about the circumstances surrounding that early morning when Mena's routine activity became fatal.

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