North Miami Beach double shooting leaves one dead and another critical near Northeast 157th Street

What happened

A double shooting in North Miami Beach left one person dead and another in critical condition early Sunday, January 25, 2026, authorities said. Officers were called to the area of the 1300 block of Northeast 157th Street at about 2:30 a.m., where two victims were found.

One victim was pronounced dead at the scene. The second victim was transported by fire rescue crews to HCA Florida Aventura Hospital’s trauma center, where the person was listed in critical condition. As of Sunday afternoon, police had not publicly identified either victim and had not released information about a suspect.

Scene details and neighborhood impact

Investigators focused on a nearby residence, with officers seen removing a door that had visible bullet holes and loading it into a vehicle for evidence processing. Residents in the area reported hearing two or three gunshots before law enforcement arrived.

Neighbors described the street as generally quiet, highlighting the disruption caused by an early-morning burst of gunfire in a residential setting. Police described the incident as isolated and said there was no ongoing threat to the public.

What authorities have confirmed so far

• Two people were shot near the 1300 block of Northeast 157th Street in North Miami Beach.
• One person died at the scene; the other was hospitalized in critical condition.
• The incident occurred around 2:30 a.m. on January 25, 2026.
• The case remained under investigation, with limited details released about circumstances or motive.

Investigation status and request for information

Detectives continued to process evidence and interview potential witnesses on Sunday. Authorities asked anyone with information to report it to Miami-Dade County Crime Stoppers at 305-471-8477, noting that tips can be provided anonymously.

Anyone who saw activity in the area around Northeast 157th Street overnight into early Sunday, or who may have relevant video from home security systems, is being asked to come forward as investigators work to establish a timeline and identify those involved.

No arrests were announced in connection with the shooting by Sunday afternoon.