Miami, Florida – A tragic incident unfolded at a gas station in Miami, where two men lost their lives and another was gravely injured after a gunman opened fire. The City of Miami Police, along with Fire Rescue units, swiftly responded to the scene at a Chevron station on Northwest 17th Avenue and 54th Street in the early hours of Saturday.
According to investigators, the violence erupted following a verbal dispute involving two employees inside the gas station. The situation escalated when the suspect brandished a firearm, unleashing a barrage of bullets that struck the employees and a customer before fleeing on foot. The victims, identified as Shahbaz Hussain and Shamun Shaukat, tragically succumbed to their injuries at the scene of the crime.
Lorenzo, a security worker at the gas station, revealed that one of the deceased individuals was the owner of the establishment. He recounted arriving at the station to find it taped off as a crime scene, having missed the unfolding chaos due to oversleeping.
The injured customer, identified as Elijah Shorter, was promptly rushed to Ryder Trauma Center, where he remains in critical condition. Lorenzo informed authorities that detailed descriptions of the gunman are available, although he personally does not recognize the suspect.
In the ongoing pursuit of the perpetrator, the police have established two perimeters as part of their search efforts. The community is urged to come forward with any information regarding the shooting or the whereabouts of the gunman by contacting Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers. Callers are reminded that they can provide tips anonymously and may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.
This devastating incident serves as a stark reminder of the senseless violence that can erupt in unexpected places, leaving families and communities reeling from the aftermath. The authorities are diligently working to apprehend the shooter and bring justice to the victims and their loved ones.