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NewsWSVN 7 News MiamiAugust 21, 2026Miami-Dade

Broward Sheriff’s Office arrests Zalim Bacchus for Pompano Beach gas station shooting

Authorities have arrested 53-year-old Zalim Bacchus and charged him with aggravated battery following a shooting at a Marathon gas station in Pompano Beach. A judge has ordered Bacchus to house arrest with a GPS monitor while the case proceeds, noting potential claims of self-defense.

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Why It Matters

A local gas station employee was hospitalized following a shooting, and the legal proceedings will determine whether the incident constitutes a criminal act or a case of self-defense.

Key Facts

  • Zalim Bacchus, 53, is charged with one count of first-degree felony aggravated battery.
  • The incident occurred at a Marathon gas station at South Dixie Highway and Southwest Third Street in Pompano Beach.
  • The shooting took place just before 7:45 p.m. on Thursday.
  • The victim, a gas station clerk, was shot in the stomach and transported to a hospital.
  • The arrest report alleges the clerk locked Bacchus in the store after Bacchus attempted to hide a bottle of Sprite.
  • The defense claims the clerk attacked Bacchus with a hammer, prompting Bacchus to fire in self-defense.
  • Judge Corey B. Friedman ordered Bacchus to total home lockdown upon posting bail.
  • Bacchus must wear a GPS monitor and is prohibited from possessing weapons or contacting the victim while on house arrest.

Who's Mentioned

locationMarathon“The gas station where the shooting occurred.”organizationBroward Sheriff’s Office“The law enforcement agency investigating the shooting.”personZalim Bacchus“The 53-year-old suspect charged with aggravated battery.”other53“Age of the suspect.”organizationPompano Beach Fire Rescue“Responders who transported the victim to the hospital.”personCorey B. Friedman“Broward Circuit Court Judge presiding over the bond hearing.”