Girl Hit by Stray Bullet While Sleeping in Miami-Dade

by | Aug 8, 2025 | Miami News | 0 comments

A young girl was grazed by a stray bullet while sleeping in her bed early Wednesday morning in Northwest Miami-Dade, according to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office.

The incident occurred around 3:15 a.m. near Northwest 69th Avenue and 173rd Drive. Investigators say a bullet pierced the girl’s bedroom window and struck her lower extremities. She was treated at the scene by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and is expected to recover.

Authorities have not released her age or identified any suspects. The shooting is under investigation.

This latest incident highlights growing concerns about gun violence and public safety, especially when even sleeping children are not safe from stray bullets. Officials are urging anyone with information to come forward.