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MDSO: Child riding bicycle struck and killed by pick-up truck in NW Miami-Dade
By Jayme Berezdivin at WSVN 7 News
· June 27, 2026
· 1 min read
A five-year-old riding a bicycle was struck and killed on Friday. Investigators with the Miami -Dade Sheriff’s Office said that the child was riding in between two cars when a driver of a pick-up truck hit the victim. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue crews rushed to the area on North Krome Avenue. However, aut
Key takeaway Investigators with the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office said that the child was riding in between two cars when a driver of a pick-up truck hit the victim.
Why this matters in The Miami
The tragic incident on North Krome Avenue underscores the need for increased vigilance and safety measures in Miami-Dade's residential areas, particularly where children are present. As the county's population continues to grow, roads like North Krome Avenue will see more pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles sharing the same space. This collision is a stark reminder that even with cooperation from drivers, accidents can still occur, and the consequences can be devastating. Miami-Dade County's infrastructure and traffic calming measures will be closely watched in the aftermath of this incident, especially in neighborhoods with high foot and bicycle traffic, such as Little Havana and Wynwood. The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office investigation will likely examine factors contributing to the accident, including road design and traffic enforcement, to identify potential steps to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A five-year-old riding a bicycle was struck and killed on Friday. Investigators with the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office said that the child was riding in between two cars when a driver of a pick-up truck hit the victim. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue crews rushed to the area on North Krome Avenue. However, aut
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