On August 17, 2024, Sherman Stroud, a 35-year-old man, was fatally shot in the area of NW 12 Street and NW 7 Avenue in Florida City, which is in southwest Miami-Dade County. The incident occurred late Saturday night, with the Florida City Police responding to a "multi-gunshot detection alert" around 11:45 p.m. Additional calls reported a person shot in the same area, prompting police to rush to the scene.
Upon arrival, officers found Stroud unresponsive and suffering from gunshot wounds. Despite immediate life-saving efforts by the police and subsequent assistance from Miami-Dade Fire Rescue, Stroud died at the scene.
The investigation into Stroud's death is being handled by the Miami-Dade Police's Homicide Unit, which has taken over the case from the Florida City Police. As of the current date, no suspects have been identified or arrested in connection with the murder.
Miami-Dade Police have identified Sherman Stroud through a social media post and are offering a $5,000 reward for any tips that lead to an arrest. The police are urging anyone with information about the incident to contact Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at (305) 471-8477.
Stroud's death has been classified as a result of gun violence, and it is believed to be a possible drive-by shooting, although this detail is not confirmed by official police statements.
