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NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – MainAugust 21, 2026Miami-Dade

Broward Sheriff's Office arrests Zalim Bacchus for aggravated battery in Pompano Beach shooting

Authorities arrested 53-year-old Zalim Bacchus following a shooting near a Pompano Beach gas station on Thursday night. The victim was transported to a local hospital for treatment after deputies responded to the scene at 220 South Dixie Highway.

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Why It Matters

A violent incident occurred in a public space, resulting in one injury and the subsequent arrest of a suspect by local law enforcement.

Key Facts

  • The shooting occurred on Thursday night around 7:45 p.m.
  • The incident took place near 220 South Dixie Highway in Pompano Beach.
  • The victim was transported to a local hospital by fire rescue personnel.
  • Zalim Bacchus, age 53, was identified as the suspect.
  • The suspect was located and detained inside the gas station.
  • Investigators determined an altercation occurred between the suspect and the victim prior to the shooting.
  • Zalim Bacchus was arrested on a charge of aggravated battery.
  • The incident remains under active investigation by the Broward Sheriff's Office.

Who's Mentioned

locationPompano Beach“Location of the incident.”organizationTelemundo 51“News outlet reporting the incident.”personZalim Bacchus“Suspect arrested for aggravated battery.”location220 South Dixie Highway“Specific site of the shooting.”organizationBroward Sheriff's Office“Law enforcement agency investigating the shooting.”