SOUTH MIAMI, FL – Authorities have identified the teenager who was tragically shot and killed outside an apartment complex in South Miami. The victim, 15-year-old Nolan King, was involved in an altercation with two acquaintances, according to police.
The incident unfolded on Tuesday around 5:30 p.m. at the intersection of Southwest 64th Street and 59th Place. What began as a dispute quickly escalated when one of the young men involved drew a firearm and shot King, police said.
Emergency responders from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue rushed King to HCA Kendall Trauma Center. Despite their concerted efforts to save his life, the teenager succumbed to his injuries shortly after arriving at the hospital.
In the aftermath of the shooting, police launched an immediate search for the suspects. Officers located a vehicle believed to have been used as the getaway car. When they approached, two individuals fled from the car near U.S. One and Southwest 104th Street.
The suspects, aged 18 and 19, were apprehended after a brief pursuit. They were taken into custody for questioning at Miami-Dade Police Headquarters. Investigators are working to determine their involvement in the shooting and whether further charges will be filed.
As the investigation continues, the community is grappling with the loss of a young life. Friends and family of Nolan King are left to mourn his passing, while authorities urge anyone with information about the incident to come forward.
The tragic event underscores ongoing concerns about youth violence and the proliferation of firearms in the community. Local leaders are calling for increased efforts to address these issues and prevent further tragedies.
In the meantime, police remain vigilant in their pursuit of justice for Nolan King, as they continue to piece together the circumstances that led to his untimely death.