What should have been a quiet Friday evening in Gladeview turned tragic when a man was shot and killed near Northwest 75th Street and 22nd Avenue around 5 p.m. Emergency responders rushed the victim to Jackson Memorial Hospital’s Ryder Trauma Center, but he did not survive.
Authorities have not yet released his name, allowing time for his family to be notified—a painful moment no loved one is ever prepared for.
Investigation Underway, Few Answers So Far
Detectives with the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office have launched an investigation, but details remain scarce. No arrests have been made, no suspect descriptions have been released, and the motive behind the deadly shooting remains unknown.
The Sheriff’s Office is urging anyone who saw or heard anything to speak up. Even the smallest detail could help bring justice.
A Community in Mourning—and on Edge
For residents of Gladeview, this tragedy is not just another headline—it’s personal. It’s yet another life lost in a neighborhood already carrying the weight of too many. The shooting has left many shaken, with renewed calls for action, safety, and support.
“We hear the sirens, we see the tape, and then it’s quiet again until the next time,” one local resident said. “We’re tired. We’re scared. We need help.”
About Gladeview
Gladeview is a small but tightly-knit community in unincorporated Miami-Dade County, home to just under 15,000 people. While the neighborhood has long faced challenges tied to poverty, lack of resources, and crime, it’s also a place of resilience—filled with families, churches, small businesses, and people who care deeply about where they live.
Efforts by local organizations and law enforcement are ongoing, but progress is slow, and incidents like Friday’s shooting feel like steps backward.
How You Can Help
If you know anything that could help investigators, you’re encouraged to contact Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-8477. Calls can remain anonymous, and your tip could bring answers—and possibly peace—to a grieving family.
