Crime
Popular TikToker ‘World Dawg’ Shot, Friend Killed in Shooting Outside Miramar Dunkin
A tragic shooting incident occurred early Tuesday morning outside a Dunkin’ Donuts in Miramar, Florida, resulting in one fatality and injuries to another individual.
Miramar police responded to multiple ShotSpotter alerts in the area of 6190 Miramar Parkway at approximately 3:29 a.m.
Upon arrival, officers discovered evidence of gunfire in the parking lot, including shell casings.
However, no victims or vehicles were immediately found at the scene.
Shortly after, authorities received two separate 911 calls. One call came from Memorial Regional Hospital, reporting a man who had been shot.
The other call originated from the 2200 block of State Road 7, also concerning a gunshot victim.
Police believe that both victims were involved in the shooting incident at the Dunkin’ Donuts location.
While one individual was transported to the hospital, the other tragically succumbed to their injuries.
The identity of the deceased victim has not been released at this time.
No suspects are currently in custody, and the Miramar Police Department is actively investigating the case.
Witnesses remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities. Anyone with information regarding the shooting is urged to contact the Miramar Police Department.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, particularly as it involved a popular TikToker known as World Dawg, who was among the victims.
Christian County, Mo. — Authorities have identified the suspect accused of fatally shooting a deputy with the Christian County Sheriff’s Office during a traffic stop as Richard Bird.
At the time the Blue Alert was issued, the suspect had not yet been taken into custody.
According to law enforcement officials, the deputy initiated a traffic stop involving a 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck along State Highway 160 near Highlandville.
During the stop, the suspect allegedly opened fire, fatally wounding the deputy before fleeing the scene.
The suspect was reported to have traveled southbound on Highway 160 following the shooting.
Authorities described the suspect vehicle as a black 2001 Chevrolet extended cab pickup truck equipped with a silver brush guard, black body trim, tinted rear windows, and a three-ball trailer hitch. The vehicle was bearing Missouri license plate 9MG-X36.
A statewide Blue Alert was issued to notify the public and assist in locating the suspect.
Law enforcement officials urged residents not to approach the vehicle or suspect if located, but instead to immediately call 911 and provide detailed information while remaining at a safe distance.
Christian County is situated south of Springfield and north of Branson, an area that sees significant travel due to its proximity to the Ozarks.
Multiple agencies across the region coordinated efforts in response to the alert.
Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the circumstances surrounding the shooting or the status of the investigation.
Law enforcement officials expressed their condolences to the deputy’s family, colleagues, and the community as they continue to pursue justice in the case.