A security guard and two alleged thieves were injured in a shooting in northwest Miami-Dade, in a robbery attempt that escalated into an open gunfight. The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office responded at 4:00 a.m. on Monday, February 16, at NW 19 Avenue and NW 79 Street, following a ShotSpotter alert.
The three men have gunshot wounds, but firefighters stabilize them and transfer them to hospitals in stable condition. Robbery detectives are investigating the exact sequence of events in the commercial area.
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Attempted robbery ends in exchange of gunfire
Two men approach the security guard to rob him in the middle of the night. The guard repels the assault with gunfire that injures both alleged thieves. The attackers respond with gunfire, but no one suffers fatal injuries. Officers arrive minutes later and find the three injured on the pavement, surrounded by shell casings.
Rescue personnel administer immediate first aid on-site. Ambulances transport the victims to nearby medical centers with stable prognoses. The scene is cordoned off to collect key ballistic evidence. Neighbors wake up to patrols illuminating the street for hours.
Active investigation by the Sheriff’s Office for the shooting in Miami-Dae
Detectives specialized in robberies process shell casings and possible weapons at the scene. Surveillance cameras from nearby businesses capture multiple angles of the incident. Witnesses provide initial statements to the on-duty officers. Authorities are evaluating the legality of the use of force by the private guard.
The perimeter restricts the passage of vehicles and pedestrians for several hours. Forensic teams are working meticulously to reconstruct the timeline. The injured suspects remain in police custody in the hospitals. The guard receives medical attention while giving his full statement.
Details of the shooting in Miami-Dade
- Time: 4:00 a.m., Monday, February 16, 2026.
- Place: NW 19th Ave and NW 79th St, northwest of Miami-Dade.
- Victims: Security guard and two alleged thieves, stable condition.
- Response: ShotSpotter alert activates Sheriff’s Office.
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The incident exposes the daily risks faced by guards in 24-hour commercial areas. The exchange of gunfire leaves three injured without any fatalities in a controlled outcome. Detectives reconstruct the thwarted robbery that escalated quickly. Miami-Dade reinforces patrols in the area after the incident that disrupts the morning routine.
