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NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – MainAugust 30, 2026Miami-Dade

Miami-Dade Police seek suspect in gas station explosion

The Miami-Dade Police Department is investigating an explosion at a Chevron gas station that occurred on August 13 after a hooded individual placed a bag on a fuel pump. The suspect, who carried a sign referencing the Cuban embargo, fled the scene after the blast.

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Why It Matters

Local authorities are seeking public assistance to identify a suspect involved in a deliberate explosion at a public gas station, which poses a safety risk to the community.

Key Facts

  • An explosion occurred at a Chevron gas station at Bird Road and 87th Avenue in Miami-Dade on August 13.
  • The incident took place at fuel pump number 2.
  • Video footage shows a hooded individual placing a bag on the pump before the explosion occurred.
  • The suspect was seen carrying a sign that read 'Cuban lives matter, End Embargo'.
  • The suspect was knocked backward by the blast but was able to stand up and flee the scene.
  • The Miami-Dade Police Department released a flyer on August 18 requesting public information regarding the suspect.

Who's Mentioned

locationBird Road and 87th Avenue“The intersection where the gas station is located.”organizationChevron“The gas station where the explosion occurred.”locationMiami-Dade“Location of the incident”organizationTelemundo 51“News outlet that reviewed the report”organizationOnly in Dade“Social media account that released the surveillance video.”organizationMiami-Dade Police Department“The law enforcement agency investigating the incident.”