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Longtime pastor killed in shooting near NW Miami-Dade flea market, church members say

A devastated church community is mourning the loss of their longtime pastor after, they said, he was fatally gunned near a flea market in Northwest Miami-Dade.

7News cameras captured family members and friends as they held hands and prayed together outside of Ryder Trauma Center, Thursday night.

Church members said the victim, their pastor of 20 years, was shot when he went to the flea market, located in the area of Northwest 27th Avenue and 79th Street to get something to eat.

Investigators said the victim was shot in the chest and leg in the parking lot in front of Shoe Time, a few doors down from the indoor flea market.

Paramedics transported him in critical condition to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.

7News cameras captured at least two cars with shattered windows at the scene.

Detectives spent hours at the scene collecting clues and interviewing witnesses. They also blocked off a large part of the parking lot, as well as part of Northwest 27th Avenue.

Police said the gunman was wearing a face mask but have not provided further details, as they continue their investigation.

If you have any information on this shooting, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a $1,000 reward.

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