Prince J. Taylor, a 33-year-old African American male, was tragically killed on June 19, 2019, in Miami Gardens, Florida. The incident occurred around 9:30 a.m. in the parking lot of a Florida Department of Corrections probation office located on Northwest 167th Street. Surveillance footage captured the harrowing moments leading up to his death. As Taylor was pulling into the parking lot, two suspects approached his vehicle and opened fire.
The footage shows the suspects running towards Taylor's car, firing multiple shots, and then fleeing the scene in a waiting SUV. Taylor was found dead in his car when officers arrived at the scene.
The investigation revealed that the shooting was targeted, although the exact motive remains unclear. Taylor was not an employee of the probation office, and it is unknown why he was there at the time of the shooting. The Miami Gardens Police Department, with assistance from Miami-Dade police, launched an investigation into the incident. Detectives believe that Taylor was specifically targeted, and this was not a random act of violence.
Despite the clear footage and the targeted nature of the attack, the suspects have not been apprehended. The police have urged anyone with information to come forward, offering a reward for tips that lead to an arrest. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities continue to seek leads to bring the perpetrators to justice.
The community was deeply affected by Taylor's death, with several people seen crying at the scene. The incident has raised concerns about safety and the prevalence of targeted shootings in the area. As the investigation continues, the family and friends of Prince J. Taylor hope for justice and closure in this tragic case.
