SOUTHWEST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) - Police are searching for a suspect who shot at a 9-year-old and her father in Southwest Miami-Dade.

The drive-by shooting took place along State Road 874, near Killian Parkway, just after 9 p.m., Tuesday.

According to Florida Highway Patrol, the victim and her father were traveling in their gray Chrysler sedan when a white Ford Mustang pulled up beside them and shot at the father.

Florida Highway Patrol said the gunman fired shots at the driver’s side where the father sat.

The gunman then fired three shots at the passenger side where the 9-year-old girl was seated.

The child did not sustain life-threatening injuries and is recovering after being transported to Kendall Regional’s Trauma Center.

The suspect was last seen exiting on Southwest 152nd Street from State Road 874.

The search for the shooter continues.

If you have any information on this drive-by shooting, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.

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