Leon Dye, a 26-year-old African American man, was killed on September 15, 2017, in the area of 521 NW 9 Street, Florida City, Homestead/Florida City area. The incident occurred about 9:23 a.m. and was later classified as a homicide.

Authorities have appealed to the public for information to help identify those responsible. The death has had an impact on Dye’s family and the local community.

If anyone has information about what happened to Leon Dye on September 15, 2017, please contact the Miami-Dade Police Department with tips.