One person was taken into custody after Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to reports of shots fired at Miami International Airport on Wednesday afternoon, authorities said.
The incident was reported at approximately 4:05 p.m., prompting a law enforcement response at the airport. Officials temporarily closed portions of the departure level as deputies investigated the reported gunfire.
According to Miami International Airport officials, the departure-level roadway near Doors 12 through 17 was closed during the response. Traffic was diverted to the arrivals level while law enforcement personnel worked at the scene.
Quick Guide
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Miami International Airport, Miami, Florida |
| Reported incident | Shots fired |
| Time reported | Approximately 4:05 p.m. Wednesday |
| Law enforcement | Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office |
| Custody | One person taken into custody |
| Injuries | None reported |
| Public threat | Authorities said there was no ongoing threat |
| Traffic | Portions of the departure level were temporarily closed |
| Investigation | Ongoing |
No Injuries Reported at Miami Airport
Authorities said all passengers and employees were safe following the reported incident. No injuries had been reported in connection with the situation.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office said deputies responded quickly after receiving reports of shots fired and took one person into custody. Authorities also said there was no ongoing threat to the public.
In a statement posted on X, the sheriff’s office advised travelers to expect possible traffic disruptions and allow additional time when traveling through the airport.
“Deputies quickly responded and took a subject into custody,” the agency said, adding that the investigation remained ongoing.
Officials urged travelers to follow instructions from law enforcement and airport personnel while the response continued.
Airport Traffic Disrupted During Police Response
Video from 7Skyforce showed several police vehicles and officers at Miami International Airport as authorities responded to the reported shots fired.
The airport’s departure-level road closures later began to lift, and traffic was seen moving through the previously affected area.
The airspace in the area was also temporarily closed to helicopters during the police response, according to reports.
At this time, authorities have not released additional details about what led to the reported shots fired or identified the person who was taken into custody.
The investigation remains ongoing. Additional information is expected as authorities release more details.
What Travelers Should Know
Travelers heading to or from Miami International Airport should be prepared for possible delays when there is an active law enforcement response. Airport officials and deputies advised passengers to follow directions from airport personnel and law enforcement and allow additional travel time if needed.
Authorities have not yet released a full account of the incident, so details may change as the investigation develops.