On Thursday, April 24, 2025, a workplace shooting at a used car dealership in Southwest Miami-Dade left three individuals injured, including the alleged shooter. The incident unfolded around 1 p.m. at Priced Right Motors, located in an industrial area near Tropical Park at the intersection of SW 72nd Avenue and SW 45th Street. Miami-Dade Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz confirmed the details during a press conference, emphasizing that while the investigation is ongoing, there is no immediate threat to the public.
"Preliminary investigation has revealed that it appears that one of those people that was transported is, in fact, the shooter," Sheriff Cordero-Stutz stated. She reassured the community, saying, "We want the community to know that right now there is no imminent threat." The shooting has raised alarms, particularly as it comes just a week after another mass shooting in Florida, highlighting growing concerns about workplace and public safety.
Eyewitness accounts describe a chaotic scene as the gunfire erupted. At least 24 people were seen evacuating the dealership in a single-file line, hands raised, as Miami-Dade SWAT and special response teams swept the area. One of the injured individuals sustained a gunshot wound to the shoulder and all three were transported to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital for treatment. Their current conditions remain critical, according to hospital communications.
In the immediate aftermath, a wide perimeter was established from SW 70th to 75th Avenue and Bird Road between SW 40th and 48th Streets, cordoning off the area as investigators continued their work. Cordero-Stutz urged anyone with video or information related to the shooting to contact the sheriff's office or Crime Stoppers, stating, "We will be looking for additional victims to ensure that we are not missing anyone."
As law enforcement responded to the crisis, families of those present at a nearby cheerleading camp began gathering near the scene, anxiously waiting for news of their loved ones. At least 23 children from Idol Cheer were hunkered down behind crime scene tape, with deputies setting up a reunification center at 7391 SW 44th St. Parents were instructed to go there to find their children.
Rudy Sorondo, a parent of one of the cheerleaders, recounted the panic as he received alerts about the possible active shooter situation. "It was madness," he described, noting that about an hour passed between the time the shots were fired and when deputies reunited the girls with their families. Some of the children were visibly shaken, having witnessed the aftermath of the shooting. "The girls were freaking out. They never saw that much blood, let alone from gunfire," Sorondo said.
Witnesses reported hearing multiple shots, with one individual estimating at least six rounds were fired. The scene was described as resembling a movie, with armed deputies rushing in, tactical gear donned, as they approached the warehouse unit where the shooting took place. A video shared on social media captured the moment of chaos, with bystanders scrambling for cover as gunfire rang out.
Initial reports suggested that the shooter had been killed during the incident, but Sheriff Cordero-Stutz later clarified that the shooter had been taken to the hospital with injuries. The exact circumstances surrounding the shooting, including whether it stemmed from a workplace dispute, remain unclear as the investigation continues.
Miami-Dade authorities have urged residents to avoid the area as road closures and police activity persist. The sheriff's office has been actively working to clear the area and ensure public safety, with a heavy police presence remaining on-site.
The incident has reignited discussions about gun violence and safety in public spaces, especially in light of the recent mass shooting at Florida State University, where a young man shot two people and injured six others before being shot by police. This trend of violence has left communities across Florida on edge.
As the investigation unfolds, local officials are calling for community support and vigilance. The sheriff's office is expected to release more information as it becomes available, and residents are encouraged to report any suspicious activity.
As Miami-Dade grapples with the aftermath of this shooting, the community is left to ponder the implications of such violence in their neighborhoods. The hope is that through collaboration and communication, steps can be taken to prevent future tragedies.
