A suspect shot a man at a downtown Miami apartment complex and ignited a 3-alarm fire, leading to firefighters rescuing over 40 people trapped inside. The suspect, Juan Francisco Figueroa, has been taken into custody. The fire was Miami's first 3-alarm fire in 25 years.
Key Points
Suspect Juan Francisco Figueroa shot a man and ignited a 3-alarm fire at a downtown Miami apartment complex.
Firefighters battled the flames for over eight hours before getting the fire under control.
All residents of the apartment complex have been accounted for.
Pros
Firefighters successfully rescued over 40 people trapped inside the burning building.
The suspect responsible for the shooting and fire has been apprehended.
Cons
A man was shot and critically injured in the incident.
Three firefighters were hospitalized in stable condition.