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Police: Man Shoots, Kills Wife In Front Of Child In Miami Gardens

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MIAMI (CBSMiami) - Police say a man shot and killed his wife Tuesday morning in front of their young daughter in Miami Gardens.

It happened at the couple's home on the 1600 block of NW 22nd Avenue, according to police

The victim was identified by police as Tamisha Pharr, 39, and the suspect as Arthur Pharr, 54.

Miami Gardens police said the incident was related to a domestic dispute.

Pharr shot his wife and then left the scene, according to police.

Authorities said Pharr was located a few blocks from his house and taken into custody.

Pharr faces serious charges, including 2nd-degree murder, use of a firearm during the commission of a felony and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

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