On June 14, 2024, a drive-by shooting occurred in the Franklin Park community of Fort Lauderdale, Florida, resulting in the death of 33-year-old Michael McKinney and injuring four other men. The incident took place around 7:10 p.m. in the 2300 block of Northwest 8th Street, near 22nd Road. Police responded to the scene and found the five victims suffering from apparent gunshot injuries.
Michael McKinney was pronounced dead at Broward Health Medical Center, while the other four men were hospitalized, with one in critical condition and the other three in stable condition and expected to survive.
The shooting was described by witnesses as intense, with one woman reporting hearing between 30 and 40 gunshots, likening the sound to "a war." The community, which had been peaceful throughout the day, was shocked by the sudden violence. Residents expressed their sadness and frustration, with one long-time resident stating that crime in the area had worsened over the years.
Police identified and located the suspect vehicle involved in the shooting on Friday night, but as of the current reports, no suspects have been named or arrested. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities are seeking the public's cooperation to gather more details about the incident and identify those responsible. Anyone with information is encouraged to contact the Fort Lauderdale Police Department or Broward County Crime Stoppers.
Michael McKinney was described by his neighbors and family as a kind and loving person. He was a father of two children, and his mother had previously lost another son to gun violence. Neighbors remembered him fondly, with one neighbor, Melvin Parks, describing McKinney as "like a little brother" and expressing the community's grief over his loss.
