DORAL, Florida – Early Saturday morning, a tragic shooting incident unfolded at CityPlace Doral, leaving two dead and nine others injured. The incident took place at Martini Bar, located off Northwest 36th Street, where chaos erupted around 3:30 a.m.
Authorities reported that two Doral police officers fired their weapons during the altercation, resulting in one officer being struck by gunfire. The shootings occurred after officers responded to reports of a disturbance at the bar, where an argument among patrons escalated into a violent confrontation.
Eyewitnesses described the harrowing ordeal, with one resident recounting hearing a series of gunshots ringing out in the early hours of the morning. The situation quickly turned chaotic as gunfire erupted, sending shockwaves through the community.
Amidst the chaos, a security guard tragically lost his life while trying to intervene in the altercation. The uniformed officers already in the vicinity responded swiftly, engaging in a shootout with the suspect that ultimately ended in the suspect’s death.
Tragically, six innocent bystanders were caught in the crossfire, sustaining injuries during the incident. Two of the injured individuals remain in critical condition, while the others are reported to be in stable condition. Investigators are working diligently to determine the source of the gunfire that injured the bystanders.
In a display of bravery, one of the officers injured in the shootout applied a tourniquet to himself immediately after being struck by a bullet. The authorities have initiated separate investigations into the homicide and the officer-involved shooting, with multiple agencies collaborating to piece together the events leading up to the tragic incident.
As the community grapples with the aftermath of the shooting, several witnesses have been detained for questioning to aid in the investigation. Police have assured the public that they are not actively seeking any additional suspects in connection to the incident.