There was heavy police presence in a Miami Gardens neighborhood Friday after reports of a shooting and a pedestrian struck at a nearby location. NBC6’s Lena Salzbank has the latest.
There was heavy police presence in a Miami Gardens neighborhood Friday after reports of a shooting and a pedestrian struck at a nearby location.
Miami Gardens Police first reported to the area of Northwest 179th Terrace and Northwest 6th Court for reports of a possible shooting, with police scanner audio indicating a woman had been shot.
Police later received another call for a possible pedestrian struck on Northwest 6th Place.
At this time, it is unclear if the two incidents are connected.
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Footage from the scene also showed a woman being airlifted to Aventura Hospital from the area.
NBC6 is still waiting to learn more from police, but the investigation appeared to be centered around a black car that neighbors said had been out on the street since 3 a.m.
Video captured by NBC6 on the scene shows detectives walking around trying to collect evidence and roping off the street. Police have since left the scene.
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This is a developing story. Check back with NBC6 for updates.
