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Man shot on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach leading to large investigation, police say
By CBS Miami Team at CBS4 Miami
· June 5, 2026
· 1 min read
Police in Miami Beach said a man was rushed to a hospital in critical condition early Friday morning after he was shot on Collins Avenue.According to information provided by Miami Beach police, officers rushed to the 6700 block of Collins Avenue just before 5 a.m. after getting a report that someone
Key takeaway Because of the shooting investigation, Miami Beach police said that northbound traffic on Collins Avenue was shut down at 67th Street and has been diverted west onto Harding Avenue and Indian Creek Drive.
Why this matters in The Miami
The shooting on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach raises concerns about public safety in one of the city's most popular tourist areas. Collins Avenue is a major thoroughfare that runs along the beach, lined with hotels, restaurants, and shops, making it a hub of activity day and night. The fact that the shooting occurred just before 5 a.m. suggests that it may have happened during a time when the area was still active with late-night revelers or early-rising locals. The diversion of northbound traffic on Collins Avenue onto side streets like Harding Avenue and Indian Creek Drive may cause disruptions for commuters and local businesses, particularly during the morning rush hour. As the investigation unfolds, residents and visitors will be watching to see how Miami Beach police respond to the incident and what measures they will take to prevent similar violence in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 5, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
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What is this story about? Police in Miami Beach said a man was rushed to a hospital in critical condition early Friday morning after he was shot on Collins Avenue.According to information provided by Miami Beach police, officers rushed to the 6700 block of Collins Avenue just before 5 a.m. after getting a report that someone
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