2019 Miami-Dade shooting trial: Kadel Piedrahita faces second-degree murder, aggravated assault charges for group ride self-defense claim.
The trial of Kadel Piedrahita in Miami-Dade County began, with Piedrahita facing charges of second-degree murder and aggravated assault for the 2019 shooting of cyclist Alex Palencia. Prosecutors allege it was a "rage-filled, unjustified killing," while the defense claims it was self-defense after Palencia attacked Piedrahita. The incident escalated during a group ride, and the shooting was captured on video. The trial is ongoing.
September 05, 2024
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