MIAMI (CBSMiami) – A teen was shot Sunday in northwest Miami-Dade after fleeing from a vehicle police tried stopping.
Investigators said they were pursuing the vehicle at around 12:45 a.m. when the driver lost control and crashed near NW 54 Street and NW 22 Avenue.
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Investigators said the 15-year-old, who was rushed to Jackson Memorial Hospital in critical condition, was wanted on several charges.
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The other suspects remain at large.
MORE NEWS: Report: South Florida Counties Have High COVID Levels, Despite CDC NumbersIf you have information that can help the police with this investigation, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at (305) 471-TIPS.
