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$10,000 reward offered for information in 2016 Davie homicide
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Matthew Ablon , CBS4 Miami
· July 20, 2026
· 2 min read
Broward Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for information that helps them solve a now decade-old homicide case that unfolded in Davie.The $10,000 reward is on the table for information in the case of Daniel Padilla. A flyer from Broward Crime Stoppers notes he was found shot to death inside his be
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Key takeaway A flyer from Broward Crime Stoppers notes he was found shot to death inside his bedroom in June of 2016, but was seen at the McDonald's restaurant on Southwest 136th Avenue near SR-84 minutes before he was found.
Why this matters in The Miami
The decade-old homicide case of Daniel Padilla has left a lasting impact on the community, with his friends and family still seeking justice. As a brother of a Miami Beach Police detective, Padilla's case has connections to the law enforcement community in Miami-Dade County. The fact that he was seen at a McDonald's restaurant in Davie just minutes before his death suggests that his movements were likely routine and familiar, making his murder all the more shocking. The reward offered by Broward Crime Stoppers and the Florida Association of Crime Stoppers brings attention to the case, but it also highlights the need for community involvement in solving crimes in South Florida. With Miami's proximity to Davie, the case may have implications for residents in Miami-Dade County, particularly in neighborhoods like Miami Beach, where Padilla's brother serves as a detective.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 20, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Broward Crime Stoppers is offering a reward for information that helps them solve a now decade-old homicide case that unfolded in Davie.The $10,000 reward is on the table for information in the case of Daniel Padilla. A flyer from Broward Crime Stoppers notes he was found shot to death inside his be
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