Kwakutl Belizaire, a 28-year-old man from Miami, Florida, tragically lost his life on December 20, 2020. The incident occurred outside a Chevron gas station in Miami's Little River neighborhood. According to reports, Belizaire was shot over a $10 debt, a motive believed by his girlfriend, Nicole Marks, who was present at the scene. Marks recounted the harrowing moments, describing how she tried to save Belizaire by holding the wound in his chest until he died in her arms.
The shooting happened around 3:45 a.m., and when officers arrived, they found Belizaire unresponsive with a gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead at the scene by Miami Fire Rescue workers.
The investigation into Belizaire's death revealed that he was well-known and liked in the neighborhood. An employee of the gas station described him as a friendly and goofy individual who interacted positively with everyone. Despite the community's familiarity with Belizaire, the police have not confirmed the victim's name officially. The authorities urged anyone with information about the incident to contact Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers.
As of now, there have been no arrests or suspects publicly identified in connection with Belizaire's murder. The investigation remains ongoing, with law enforcement officials continuing to seek leads and gather evidence to solve the case. The tragic nature of Belizaire's death, over a seemingly trivial amount of money, has left a profound impact on those who knew him and the broader community. The case highlights the senselessness of violence and the devastating consequences it can have on individuals and their loved ones.
