The reward for information leading to an arrest in the fatal shooting of a 27-year-old man at a smoke shop has been increased to $60,000. This tragic incident occurred inside the Fire Up Smoke Shop, located on the 1200 block of East Sample Road, shortly after midnight on March 30. Authorities confirmed the reward amount on Tuesday.
Broward County deputies reported that they responded promptly to the shooting, where they discovered Sayf Abdelaziz with a gunshot wound. Despite the swift arrival of emergency services, Pompano Beach Fire Rescue pronounced Abdelaziz deceased at the scene.
According to investigators, an unidentified individual entered the shop, approached the counter wielding a handgun, shot Abdelaziz, and then fled on foot. The Broward Sheriff’s Office is actively seeking any information that could lead to an arrest in this case.
Individuals with relevant information are urged to contact Detective Kevin White at 954-321-4210 or submit a tip through the SaferWatch app. For those wishing to remain anonymous, tips can be provided to Broward Crime Stoppers at 954-493-8477 or via their website at browardcrimestoppers.org. Broward Crime Stoppers is offering up to $10,000, with anonymous donors contributing an additional $50,000 to the reward pool. This combined $60,000 reward is available through April 3, 2026.
Community Impact
- The increased reward may incentivize witnesses to come forward, potentially accelerating the investigation and bringing justice to the victim’s family.
- Heightened public awareness of the incident could lead to increased community vigilance, potentially preventing similar crimes in the area.
- Local businesses, particularly those operating late at night, may reevaluate their security measures in response to the shooting.
- Residents might experience heightened concerns about safety, influencing their daily activities and evening routines.
- The incident could prompt local authorities to enhance law enforcement presence in the area, aiming to reassure the community and deter criminal activity.