On Saturday, April 22, 2023, 18-year-old Kyandre K. Johnbaptiste was fatally shot while riding an electric scooter in West Park, Florida. The incident occurred near the 4100 block of Southwest 30th Street and Southwest 40th Avenue. Shortly after 7 p.m., 911 dispatchers received reports of a shooting, and Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) deputies quickly responded to the scene. Upon arrival, they found Johnbaptiste collapsed on the roadway with a gunshot wound.
Johnbaptiste was rushed to Memorial Regional Hospital by Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue, where he was pronounced dead by medical staff. The BSO Homicide Unit and Crime Scene detectives were immediately called to the scene to process evidence and interview witnesses. Witnesses reported that Johnbaptiste was riding his electric scooter when he was shot and subsequently collapsed.
The investigation is ongoing, and detectives have released surveillance video of a car believed to be involved in the shooting. The vehicle is described as an older model, light gray, four-door Toyota Corolla. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the whereabouts of the vehicle or the individuals involved in the murder to come forward. Those with information can contact Homicide Detective Mike Roque at 754-800-5383 or submit tips through the SaferWatch app or Broward County Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS (8477). Tips leading to an arrest may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $5,000.
As of the current date, there have been no reported arrests or updates indicating the case has been solved. The investigation remains active, with authorities continuing to seek information from the public to help identify and apprehend those responsible for Johnbaptiste's death.
