SOUTHWEST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) - A 10-year-old who was shot while playing outdoors returned to his Southwest Miami-Dade home after he was discharged from the hospital.
Ten-year-old Makaih Smith shared his story and concern with 7News after he was treated for a gunshot wound in the leg, Tuesday.
He said after he was shot Monday, he was scared that he wouldn’t see his family again.
“I really didn’t want to go away,” Smith said. “I just wanted to see my family still.”
Smith was one of four children who were playing outside when he was struck by the bullet.
“Kids should be able to play and never be inside homes to be bored,” Smith said. “They should always play with other kids.”
Miami-Dade Police believe he was hit by a stray bullet fired from several blocks away near Southwest 104th Avenue and 177th Street.
“I just heard a gunshot, then my grandma opened the door,” Smith said. “All of us ran. She was pushing everybody back until she said I got shot.”
Smith was airlifted to the hospital for observation and released Tuesday afternoon.
The child said he was playing in the front yard of his house and wasn’t sure what happened until he felt pain and saw blood from the wound. “It was burning. They just lift up my pants, and I saw blood coming out,” Smith said.
Police are still investigating this case. “I hope the police catch these men, and I just want kids to be safe playing outside,” Smith said.
If you have any information on this shooting, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a $1,000 reward.
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