Miami Delivery Driver Shot at Multiple Times in Road Rage Incident

Victim testifies he is afraid to return to work after harrowing attack.

Published on Feb. 10, 2026

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A 56-year-old delivery driver for Home Depot, Michel Dorta Mestre, testified in a Miami-Dade courtroom that he was shot at four times during a road rage incident with Alex Felizor, 39, of North Miami. Dorta Mestre said he honked his horn at Felizor, who then opened fire on his vehicle, with one bullet striking his car. The victim said he is now afraid to return to work due to the traumatic experience.

Why it matters

Road rage incidents involving firearms have become an increasingly concerning issue in the Miami area, with this case highlighting the potential for such confrontations to escalate into life-threatening violence. The victim's testimony underscores the lasting impact these events can have on individuals just trying to do their jobs.

The details

According to the police report, the incident occurred on February 10, 2026 at around 11:55 a.m. on N.E. 125th St. and N.E. 10th Avenue in North Miami. Dorta Mestre testified that he honked his horn at Felizor 2-3 times, but Felizor did not make contact with Dorta Mestre's vehicle. Felizor then allegedly opened fire, with 3-4 shots striking Dorta Mestre's car, including one that went through the front windshield. Dorta Mestre called 911 and police arrested Felizor, who was found to have a loaded .380 caliber handgun with one round in the chamber.

  • The incident occurred on February 10, 2026 at around 11:55 a.m.
  • Dorta Mestre testified in bond court on Tuesday morning.

The players

Michel Dorta Mestre

A 56-year-old delivery driver for Home Depot who was the victim of the road rage shooting.

Alex Felizor

A 39-year-old North Miami resident who was arrested and charged with shooting at Dorta Mestre's vehicle.

Judge Mindy Glazer

The Miami-Dade Circuit Court judge presiding over Felizor's bond hearing.

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What they’re saying

“If he had that reaction just because I honked at him, I don't know what he can have against me in the future.”

— Michel Dorta Mestre, Victim (CBS News Miami)

“I work with my son and my son could not come that day because he was ill. If he was there that day one of those 4 bullets could have hit him. I still have a bullet with me that I found in one of the tires.”

— Michel Dorta Mestre, Victim (CBS News Miami)

“You were arrested for throwing or shooting a deadly missile. You are a danger to the community.”

— Judge Mindy Glazer (CBS News Miami)

What’s next

Judge Glazer ordered Felizor to pay a $15,000 bond and be placed on house arrest with a curfew from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. Felizor was also ordered to surrender any firearms in his possession and stay away from the victim.

The takeaway

This case underscores the serious risks and lasting trauma associated with road rage incidents involving firearms. It serves as a reminder of the need for greater awareness and de-escalation tactics to prevent such volatile confrontations from turning deadly.