Bered Pierre, a 38-year-old man from Miami Gardens, FL, tragically lost his life on June 6, 2016. Bered Pierre, who was affectionately known as Ben by his family, was a devoted husband, loving father, and a dedicated Sunday school teacher. On the day of his death, Bered Pierre was sitting inside his work van at a convenience store in Miami Gardens when he was struck by a stray bullet.
The incident occurred in the 4100 block of Northwest 167th Street, where Pierre was caught in the crossfire of a random and senseless shooting. He was on the clock, working to support his family, when the fatal shot was fired.
The Miami Gardens Police Department reported that the shooter had approached two other individuals in the parking lot of the convenience store and opened fire. Unfortunately, Bered Pierre was hit by a stray bullet during this altercation. Witnesses discovered his body in the front seat of his work van, parked in front of the store. The police have been actively investigating the case, seeking information and leads to identify and apprehend the shooter. Surveillance photos of a suspect believed to be responsible for the shooting were released to the public in hopes of gathering more information.
Bered Pierre's death has left a profound impact on his family and community. He was a church-going family man who also coached Pee Wee Basketball in Miramar. His wife, who works for the Miramar Police Department, is now faced with the heartbreaking reality of raising their two young children, ages 5 and 3, without their father. The family has been grieving deeply, and a GoFundMe page was set up to support them during this difficult time.
The investigation into Bered Pierre's death is ongoing, with the Miami Gardens Police Department continuing to search for the shooter. The community has been urged to come forward with any information that could assist in solving this case. Despite the tragedy, Bered Pierre's family remains hopeful that justice will be served and that his memory will be honored through the continued pursuit of nonviolence and community support.
