MIAMI (WSVN) - Authorities are seeking the public’s help in identifying a man captured on video walking along a sidewalk who is suspected of car theft, while two young children were inside the vehicle at the time.
The incident occurred on April 15th at 217 NW 15th Street when the owner left her gray Hyundai Santa Fe SUV running momentarily while her 3-year-old son and 7-year-old daughter remained inside. The suspect allegedly took off with the vehicle.
According to law enforcement, the suspect, described as a black man wearing a red shirt, dark jeans, and a cap, dropped off the daughter in the vicinity of Northwest 6th Avenue and 58th Street soon after the crime. Fortunately, the girl was unharmed and safely recovered.
In response, authorities issued a “Be On The Look Out” (BOLO) alert throughout the county for the missing son and conducted a comprehensive grid search. Several hours later, the police received a report about an unattended motor vehicle with a child inside.
Thankfully, the boy was found unharmed, and both children were reunited with their mother.
The investigation remains active and ongoing.
Individuals with any information that could lead to an arrest are urged to contact the Miami Police Department’s Robbery Unit at 305-603-6370. Those who prefer to remain anonymous can reach out to Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at (305) 471-TIPS (8477). Tips can also be submitted online at www.crimestoppersmiami.com by selecting “Give a Tip,” or by sending a text message to 274637. To initiate a text tip, simply enter CSMD followed by the relevant information and press send.
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