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Woman accused of shooting victim multiple times in Miami Gardens turns herself in
By Allyson Castillo at WSVN 7 News
· July 1, 2026
· 2 min read
A Miami Gardens woman was arrested Tuesday, more than four months after investigators said she opened fire on a vehicle, seriously wounding a woman during a February shooting. Milagros Delacaridad Navarro, 35, is charged with aggravated battery causing great bodily harm and aggravated assault with a
Key takeaway Milagros Delacaridad Navarro, 35, is charged with aggravated battery causing great bodily harm and aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, according to an arrest affidavit.
Why this matters in The Miami
The arrest of Milagros Delacaridad Navarro in connection with a February shooting in Miami Gardens brings attention to the ongoing issue of gun violence in the area. As a major hub for Latin American and Caribbean communities, Miami's neighborhoods, including those near the scene of the crime, are not immune to the risks associated with such violence. The fact that the victim was visiting from Georgia and unfamiliar with the area highlights the potential for violence to affect not just local residents, but also those passing through. The use of surveillance video from a nearby home in the investigation also underscores the importance of community cooperation in solving crimes. With Navarro now in custody, the community will be watching to see how the case unfolds, particularly in terms of the bond hearing and any potential sentencing. The outcome will have implications for how similar cases are handled in the future, and how effectively law enforcement can work to prevent and respond to gun violence in Miami Gardens and surrounding neighborhoods.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A Miami Gardens woman was arrested Tuesday, more than four months after investigators said she opened fire on a vehicle, seriously wounding a woman during a February shooting. Milagros Delacaridad Navarro, 35, is charged with aggravated battery causing great bodily harm and aggravated assault with a
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