A 15-year-old has been taken into custody following accusations of murdering his elder brother and abandoning the body near a canal in Dania Beach, as reported by the Broward Sheriff's Office (BSO). The victim, identified as 23-year-old Kevin Dominique, was found deceased with several gunshot wounds on Tuesday morning in the vicinity of Ocean Waterway Boulevard and Old Griffin Road.
Discovery and Initial Alert
The initial alert was raised around 8:00 am when a passerby reported a body in the wooded area adjacent to the canal. According to the investigation, the teenager allegedly "intentionally shot and killed" Dominique at their family home on Southwest Sixth Avenue, about a mile from where the body was discovered. The suspect is said to have then transported the corpse to the wooded area and fled the scene.
Community Stunned by Violence
The suspect, whose name has not been disclosed due to his age, has been moved to the Juvenile Assessment Center and faces a charge of first-degree murder. Initially, as the case was still classified as a "death investigation," local residents were shocked by the possibility of a crime. "It's unbelievable if it's a murder or something like that, if it's a death or something like that. It's a very, very, very quiet area," remarked Joseph Sisto, a local resident, to Local 10 before it was revealed that the victim had been killed by his own brother.
From Uncertainty to Arrest
On Tuesday, the scene was secured by the BSO's homicide and crime scene units, who sought public assistance via Broward Crime Stoppers (954-493-8477). A day later, investigators confirmed to Local 10 that this was neither an accident nor an undetermined death, but a premeditated familial homicide. This tragic event has shocked the Dania Beach community, typically known for its peaceful atmosphere, and reignites discussions surrounding gun violence and juvenile crime in the United States.
Understanding the Dania Beach Tragedy
What led to the arrest of the teenager in Dania Beach?
The teenager was arrested after being accused of intentionally shooting and killing his older brother at their family home, and then disposing of the body near a canal.
How did the community react to the murder?
Residents were shocked and dismayed upon learning of the crime, as the area is known for its tranquility. The revelation of the murder within a family further intensified their disbelief.
What charges does the teenager face?
The teenager has been charged with first-degree murder and is currently held at the Juvenile Assessment Center.