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5-year-old boy hurt in Northwest Miami-Dade shooting, suspect at large

A 5-year-old boy was struck by gunfire inside a vehicle in Northwest Miami-Dade on Saturday, and the shooter has not been caught.

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A 5-year-old boy was hospitalized in stable condition after a shooting in Northwest Miami-Dade on Saturday. The shooting happened at Northwest 60th Street and 21st Avenue.

Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies said the shooting began after a verbal argument between two men. The boy was inside a nearby vehicle when he was struck by gunfire. He was taken to a hospital.

As of Saturday morning, the shooter had not been located, and deputies were still searching for him.

Anyone with information is asked to call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Callers can remain anonymous and may be eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.

This story is a summary based on reporting by WSVN 7News. Read the original for full details.

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