MIAMI, Fla. (WFLA) — A 10-year-old girl was struck by stray bullets and killed while celebrating on New Year’s Day, according to the Miami-Dade Police Department.
A post on the department’s social media said Yaneliz Munguia, 10, was near NW 27 Avenue and NW 21 Street when the gunshots hit her.
“This heartbreaking incident serves as a devastating reminder that what goes up must come down,” MDPD said. “Bullets fired into the air can take innocent lives.”
Anyone with information about this case should contact Miami-Dade & The Florida Keys Crime Stoppers at 305-471-8477.
Any tip leading up to an arrest is eligible for a reward of up to $5,000.
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