Man slams 5-year-old against wall, surrenders after hours of barricading himself
Around 2 p.m., Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office deputies were alerted to the scene at an apartment complex near Tamiami Park. The young boy suffered a 'laceration' at the home, 2055 SW 122nd Ave.
The child was taken to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue. There were two other children in the home at the time, according to the Sheriff's office.
The man, who has not been identified, barricaded himself inside the apartment and spent hours refusing to listen to the deputies commands to come out.
He surrendered around 5:40 p.m.
At the scene, the crackle of a negotiator's voice over a megaphone could be heard amid sharp pops of smoke and gas grenades.
SWAT teams were positioned around the apartment complex, many aiming high-powered rifles at the building.
A video posted to the OnlyinDade social media platform captured the chaotic scene before the surrender, showing heavily armed law enforcement officers surrounding the area.
'Come out with your hands up,' a negotiator called out in both English and Spanish. 'Let us help you,' they pleaded with him.
Miami Herald staff writer Milena Malaver contributed to this report.
This is a developing story.
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