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This article was first published on July 23, 2026 by WSVN 7 News and curated for The Miami readers.

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Woman charged with murder, arson more than 2 years after fatal Miami apartment fire

Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Allyson Castillo, WSVN 7 News · July 23, 2026 · 1 min read

A Cutler Bay woman has been arrested more than two years after investigators said she intentionally set a fire inside a Miami apartment that left her roommate with fatal burns. According to an arrest affidavit, Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies and Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded to an apartment

Why this matters in The Miami

The arrest of Shannon Felice Stork brings a measure of closure to a tragic event that occurred in a Miami apartment over two years ago. As the case moves forward, it will be worth watching how the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office and the State Attorney's Office work together to prosecute Stork on the murder and arson charges. The fact that Stork's account of the fire was contradicted by evidence collected at the scene and testing by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives suggests a thorough investigation was conducted. This case also highlights the importance of fire safety in Miami's densely populated neighborhoods, such as the one where the fatal fire occurred. Residents in these areas, including those in nearby Little Havana and Wynwood, should be aware of the risks of fires and take steps to prevent them, including being cautious with open flames and flammable liquids.

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Category: safety · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: WSVN 7 News · Reading time: 1 min

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Woman charged with murder, arson more than 2 years after fatal Miami apartment fire

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