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Man accused of trying to kill victim with machete in Miami -Dade
By Allyson Castillo at WSVN 7 News
· June 15, 2026
· 1 min read
A Miami-Dade man was arrested Sunday after deputies said he repeatedly struck another man with a machete during an attack in North Miami-Dade, leaving the victim with multiple lacerations. Jean Felixjunior Cherubin, 33, faces a charge of attempted second-degree murder, according to an arrest affidav
Key takeaway Jean Felixjunior Cherubin, 33, faces a charge of attempted second-degree murder, according to an arrest affidavit.
Why this matters in The Miami
The violent machete attack in North Miami-Dade is a disturbing reminder of the safety concerns that exist in some of the county's neighborhoods. The fact that the incident occurred in a residential area, with people nearby who had to intervene to stop the attack, highlights the potential risks that residents face in their own communities. The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office response to the incident and the subsequent arrest of the suspect are crucial in maintaining public safety, but the attack also underscores the need for community engagement and conflict resolution efforts to prevent such violent incidents from occurring in the first place. As the case against Jean Felixjunior Cherubin moves forward, it will be important to examine the underlying factors that led to the attack and to consider what measures can be taken to reduce the likelihood of similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 15, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A Miami-Dade man was arrested Sunday after deputies said he repeatedly struck another man with a machete during an attack in North Miami-Dade, leaving the victim with multiple lacerations. Jean Felixjunior Cherubin, 33, faces a charge of attempted second-degree murder, according to an arrest affidav
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