OPA-LOCKA, FLA. (WSVN) - Police continue to search for three people connected to a shooting that rocked an Opa-locka neighborhood, as the three victims who were injured continue to recover at the hospital.
According to Opa-locka Police, the gunman used an AK-47 assault rifle when he opened fire outside of an apartment complex near Northwest 30th Avenue and 135th Street, Saturday night.
“We had three black male subjects that fled the scene,” said Opa-locka Police Chief James Dobson.
Resident Deandra Bradley, who is seven months pregnant, said her unit was bombarded by bullets. She added that the gunfire was sparked by an argument.
“I just know they came and shot it up, because when people start shooting, people start running,” she said.
Now her apartment is riddled with bullet holes, shattered glass and debris.
However, Bradley considers herself lucky to be alive.
“Somebody could shoot a girl seven months pregnant,” she said.
Investigators said the first police officer at the scene found himself in the line of fire, as one of the victims ran for his life in his direction.
“He witnessed an adult black male with a high-powered rifle firing at one of the victims that ran toward him,” Dobson said.
The officer was not hurt, but three male victims, 27-year-old Tremaine King, 26-year-old Davonte Brown and a 16-year-old, were all taken to the hospital.
Two of them suffered traumatic injuries and were airlifted to Jackson Memorial Hospital. The third victim was transported to JMH with injuries that were not life-threatening. Brown has since been released.
Police are trying to get the person responsible for the shooting and the weapon they used off the street. They are searching for three subjects involved.
“That’s extremely dangerous. Our main concern is the safety of every citizen here and also the police officers,” said Dobson.
If you have any information on this shooting or the subjects’ whereabouts, 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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