Deputies Respond to Shooting in Southwest Miami-Dade

Victim transported to hospital as authorities investigate incident near Kendall West area

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Authorities in Miami-Dade County responded to reports of a shooting in the Kendall West area on Wednesday evening. The victim was transported to a local hospital, and the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office has shut down a section of Southwest 152nd Avenue as they investigate the crime scene.

Why it matters

Shootings and violent crime remain a major concern in the Miami-Dade region, with the county seeing an uptick in incidents in recent years. This latest event highlights the ongoing public safety challenges facing local law enforcement and communities.

The details

According to reports, the shooting occurred near the intersection of Southwest 76th Street and Southwest 152nd Avenue. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue transported the victim by ground to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital. The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office has shut down a section of Southwest 152nd Avenue between Southwest 74th Street and Southwest 84th Street as they investigate the crime scene, where shoes and clothing were found scattered on the ground.

  • The shooting was reported on Wednesday evening, February 18, 2026.

The players

Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office

The law enforcement agency responsible for investigating the shooting incident and securing the crime scene.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue

The emergency medical services provider that transported the shooting victim to the hospital.

HCA Florida Kendall Hospital

The medical facility where the shooting victim was taken for treatment.

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What’s next

Authorities have not released any additional details about the shooting, such as the victim's condition or a potential suspect. The investigation is ongoing, and the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office is urging anyone with information to contact Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers.

The takeaway

This incident serves as a reminder of the persistent challenges of gun violence and public safety that continue to impact communities in the Miami-Dade region. Local law enforcement and emergency services are working to respond to and investigate these types of events, but more comprehensive solutions may be needed to address the underlying causes of such violence.