Crime & Public Safety
Suspect Arrested After Armed Robbery at Opa-locka Discount Store
An armed robbery at a Family Dollar in Opa-locka Friday resulted in a suspect being taken into custody following a multi-agency search. Officers arrived after the robbery was reported and saw the suspect fleeing on foot, then established a perimeter and requested additional resources. Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office K-9 and aviation units, Miami Gardens Police and Miami-Dade Schools Police assisted; aerial footage showed officers on scene just before 10:30 a.m. The suspect was located and arrested without further incident, there is no ongoing threat to the community, and the investigation remains active with officials declining to release details about the suspect or any items taken. All individuals accused of a crime are presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court.
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