The Florida chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-FL) today applauded the swift action taken by the Miami Police Department in apprehending the suspect involved in the tragic shooting incident at a Chevron gas station in Liberty City.
According to an arrest report released by Miami police, Shamun Shaukat, a 42-year-old employee of the gas station, was fatally shot alongside Shahbaz Hussain, and another individual, Elijah Shorter, was wounded during the altercation.
The suspect, identified as Jason Dyer-Mitchell, a 23-year-old man from Ohio, allegedly opened fire after being confronted by Shaukat on suspicion of shoplifting.
Following the shooting, Dyer-Mitchell was apprehended by Miami police approximately five hours later at a nearby apartment in the Liberty Village condominium building.
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CAIR-FL’s Executive Director Imam Abdullah Jaber said:
“The level of violence affecting our community is worrisome. Two Muslim brothers, Shamun Shaukat and Shahbaz Hussein, shot dead and a third individual Elijah Shorter injured is not normal and will never be acceptable under any circumstances. We ask our community to be carefully aware for their safety.”
Imam Jaber added: “We publicly commend law enforcement agencies expedited actions leading to the arrest of the criminal thug allegedly responsible for this heinous crime.”
CAIR-Florida’s prayers are with the victims and their families during this difficult time and reiterates its commitment to promoting peace, justice, and understanding in our communities.
The mission of CAIR-Florida is to protect civil rights, promote understanding of Islam, advocate for justice, and empower American Muslims.
La misión de CAIR-Florida es proteger las libertades civiles, mejorar la comprensión del Islam, promover la justicia y empoderar a los musulmanes estadounidenses.
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CONTACT: Wilfredo Amr Ruiz, Media and Outreach Director, (305) 502-6749, wruiz@cair.com