MIAMI (WSVN) - Miami Police are investigating the shooting death of a man inside of an apartment building in Miami.
The shooting took place in the lobby of the building along Northeast 26th Street and Biscayne Boulevard, just before 2 a.m., Thursday.
“Very uncommon. We haven’t had a homicide in this area in a long time, so it’s very concerning for us,” said Miami Police Commander Freddie Cruz. “We’ve checked the building. It is secure. It is safe. It seems like it’s very isolated. Again, we’re still putting it together, and we’re still needing the community’s help. They might have heard something 3 o’clock in the morning, there’s not that many people in the street. Even the vehicle, just a little bit of information will help us out.”
The shooting ensued after an argument, according to investigators who added that the victim is a man in his 20s.
Nearby residents said they are not surprised by the events that took place.
“It’s just something you’re used to,” said Frank Lapalomento. “It’s like 5 in the morning, you hear something, you kind of go back to sleep, unfortunately.”
There is also a daycare center nearby.
“Thank God no one was here at the time when it happened, because it could be potentially dangerous for anyone,” said Otto James.
This is the second shooting in the area in a week. About a mile away, on March 4, along Bayshore Drive, there was a shooting centered around visitors. A man was left in critical condition.
Police said the two cases are unrelated and are working to solve this latest shooting.
They said increased police presence will be added to the area, if needed.
No arrests have been made, but police said they are interviewing some persons of interest.
If you have any information on this fatal shooting, contact Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.
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