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NewsWSVN 7 MiamiAugust 29, 2026Miami-Dade

Fort Lauderdale Police investigate shooting of 15-year-old girl

A 15-year-old girl was hospitalized after being shot at a residence in the 1700 block of Northwest Ninth Street early Saturday morning. The victim's family claims she was targeted by an acquaintance, and police are currently seeking information to identify a suspect.

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Why It Matters

A local resident was injured in a violent crime, and police are actively seeking public assistance to identify the perpetrator and resolve the case.

Key Facts

  • A 15-year-old girl was shot at a home in the 1700 block of Northwest Ninth Street in Fort Lauderdale.
  • The incident occurred early Saturday morning.
  • The victim was transported to Broward Health Medical Center and is expected to survive.
  • The victim's family alleges the shooter was an acquaintance of the victim.
  • Surveillance video captured an unidentified individual running down the street near the time of the shooting.
  • As of Saturday evening, no arrests have been made.
  • Police are requesting that anyone with information regarding the incident contact them.

Who's Mentioned

personCynthina Scrven Husband“Grandmother of the victim.”locationBroward Health Medical Center“Hospital where the victim was treated.”organizationFort Lauderdale Police“Responding agency investigating the shooting.”location1700 block of Northwest Ninth Street“Location of the shooting.”other15“Age of the victim.”