A fatal shooting took place on Wednesday, resulting in the death of a man who was shot in the chest during a confrontation inside a machinery and transportation business in Medley, an industrial area in northwest Miami-Dade. This information was confirmed by the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office (MDSO).
The tragic event unfolded shortly after 7:00 a.m. at Metro Express Inc., located at the intersection of NW 109th Street and South River Drive.
Details of the Shooting
According to local media, the altercation began as a verbal dispute between two men inside the premises. It escalated when one of them brandished a gun and fired at the other.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded promptly, transporting the wounded individual to a landing zone before airlifting him to the Ryder Trauma Center at Jackson Memorial Hospital. He was initially in critical but stable condition.
However, several hours later, the MDSO confirmed that the victim succumbed to his injuries.
The suspect was taken into custody at the scene for questioning and also required medical attention. Reports from Local 10 indicated that he was hospitalized for personal medical reasons and had not been formally booked into any detention facility at the time of the initial reports.
Officials stated that formal charges are anticipated following his release from the hospital.
Investigation Underway
Sergeant Luis Rivera of the Medley Police described the incident, stating, "There was a verbal altercation between two individuals inside the business... the subject is currently in custody under investigation."
Rivera assured the public that the episode was isolated, posing no threat to the public or other businesses in the vicinity.
The case is now being handled by the MDSO Homicide Bureau, which took over from the Medley Police following the confirmation of the man's death.
As of the latest updates, the identities of both the victim and the suspect remain undisclosed. It is also unclear whether they were employees of Metro Express or visiting, and the exact cause of their dispute is yet to be determined.
Anyone with information about the Wednesday shooting is encouraged to contact the Medley Police or Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS (8477). Calls can be made anonymously, and a reward of up to $5,000 is available for tips that help resolve the case.
Medley's Industrial Landscape
Metro Express Inc. is a construction, machinery, and transportation firm registered at 9390 NW 109th Street, Medley, Florida 33178, under a general contractor license held by Delio Alberto Trasobares. It also operates as an interstate carrier with 25 motor units and 20 drivers on record.
Medley, a small incorporated town in northwest Miami-Dade, has a permanent population of about 1,100 residents, though its daytime population exceeds 60,000 due to workers and visitors. Over 56% of its land is dedicated to industrial use, housing warehouses, transportation companies, distribution centers, and manufacturing facilities.
The town borders Hialeah to the east, the U.S. city with the highest concentration of Cuban-Americans. Many of Medley's workers reside in Hialeah, Hialeah Gardens, Doral, and Miami Lakes, commuting daily to the industrial hubs of Medley.
The area around South River Drive and NW 109th Street has a history of severe incidents. In February 2023, a heavy machinery welding shop explosion in the same vicinity claimed the lives of two Cuban workers and left two others critically injured. In April 2024, four Cuban nationals were arrested in Medley for stealing construction materials valued at approximately $77,725.
Key Questions About the Medley Shooting
What was the cause of the altercation at Metro Express Inc.?
The exact cause of the dispute between the two men at Metro Express Inc. remains unclear and is currently under investigation.
Are there any threats to the public following the incident?
Authorities have confirmed that the incident was isolated and does not pose a threat to the public or nearby businesses.