On February 28, 2024, a fatal shooting occurred at the Presi Stop 24 Hrs corner store located at 9203 NW 22nd Ave in northwest Miami-Dade, Florida. The victim, identified as 48-year-old Patrick Zamor of Miami, was inside the store speaking with people when the incident took place.
According to the authorities, Myron Hawkins, a 41-year-old man who is currently homeless, entered the business, pulled out a gun, and shot Zamor once in the head.
Following the shooting, Hawkins fled the scene in an unknown direction. Zamor was pronounced dead at the scene by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue.
Miami-Dade police quickly established a perimeter and initiated a search for the suspect. Hawkins was eventually located and detained by the police. Bodycam footage later revealed the moments when officers found Hawkins, along with the gun allegedly used in the killing.
Hawkins was arrested and charged with first-degree murder in connection with Zamor's death. As of the time of his arrest, Hawkins was being held at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center without bond. The motive for the shooting remains unknown.
The incident resulted in the tragic loss of Patrick Zamor to gun violence, highlighting the ongoing issue of gun violence in the community.
