Florida Teen Fatally Shot in Florida City

A tragic shooting incident in Florida City on Saturday night resulted in the death of 13-year-old Johvan Taylor. Authorities found him with gunshot wounds in a backyard near Northwest 13th Street and Sixth Avenue, and he was airlifted to Jackson South Medical Center, where he later succumbed to his injuries. This incident marks the second child shooting death in Miami-Dade County within the first days of 2025, following the death of 10-year-old Yaneliz Munguia from a stray bullet earlier on January 1. The motive for Taylor's shooting remains unclear, and no suspects have been identified as the investigation continues. Local residents reported hearing gunshots shortly before the police arrived, and a $5,000 reward is being offered for information leading to an arrest in the case. Police urge anyone with details to contact Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers.