Executive Summary
- Three men were arrested following an armed robbery and shooting in Miami’s Design District.
- The victim was shot in the stomach after his gold chain, valued at $22,000, was stolen.
- Police recovered the stolen property and the getaway car, but the alleged shooter remains at large.
MIAMI — Three men have been taken into custody following an armed robbery and shooting in Miami’s Design District on Saturday, though the individual accused of firing the weapon remains at large, according to the Miami Police Department.
Authorities identified the suspects as Jamar McKay, 25, Omarion Phillips, 20, and Kevieon Smith, 21. According to the arrest report, McKay has been charged with armed robbery with a firearm. Phillips faces charges of being an accessory, while Smith has been charged with possession of a firearm by a convicted felon and resisting an officer.
The incident took place outside a Supreme clothing store where officers responded to reports of a person shot. The police report states that the victim informed investigators that the suspects approached him while he was shopping. The victim reportedly recognized the men as being from the Atlanta area and indicated that there had been previous issues between them.
Investigators say a verbal altercation occurred before McKay allegedly walked behind the victim and ripped a gold chain, valued at approximately $22,000, from his neck. When the victim attempted to chase McKay, an unidentified suspect reportedly ran toward the victim and shot him in the stomach. The group then fled the scene in a white Mercedes-Benz. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment.
Detectives later located the Mercedes-Benz on 10th Avenue near 91st Terrace. According to the report, officers observed Smith driving the vehicle and later witnessed Phillips, McKay, and the unidentified suspect exiting the car. The suspects abandoned the vehicle and were seen entering a nearby residence. Following a search of the home, police apprehended McKay, Phillips, and Smith. Authorities recovered the victim’s gold chain, keys to the Mercedes-Benz, and clothing consistent with what was worn during the robbery.
Court records show that McKay was denied bond, while Phillips was held on a $7,500 bond and Smith on a $7,501 bond.
Investigative Outlook
While three suspects are in custody, the investigation remains active as detectives search for the fourth individual believed to be the shooter. The recovery of the stolen property and the getaway vehicle provides law enforcement with critical physical evidence that may assist in tracking the remaining fugitive. The Miami Police Department continues to solicit information from the public regarding the unidentified suspect. It is important to note that all individuals arrested and charged are presumed innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
