Man fatally shot near SW Miami-Dade canal, MDSO says
A man was found fatally shot near a canal in Naranja Tuesday afternoon, prompting an active investigation by the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office.
The shooting occurred near the intersection of Southwest 130th Street and 9th Avenue, where deputies responded to reports of gunfire around 1:30 p.m., authorities said.
A ShotSpotter alert helped guide officers to the scene, where they discovered 35-year-old Gregory Trevon Norman lying on the ground with a gunshot wound.
Victim died at hospital
Paramedics transported Norman to a nearby hospital, but he did not survive his injuries, authorities confirmed. His identity and age have not yet been released pending notification of next of kin.
Under investigation
Detectives are examining the surrounding area, which includes a canal embankment.
Crime scene investigators and detectives remained at the scene into the evening, canvassing for evidence.
"At this moment, we do not have any subject information," a police spokesperson said. "We are asking the community, if you know anything about this incident, please come forward."
Anyone with information is urged to contact Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers.
