Avoid specific neighborhoods at night
Limit late-night presence around Riverside (W. Flagler St.) and other areas where a recent group assault left a victim in ICU.
A violent group attack with severe injuries was reported and arrests were announced, indicating recent heightened risk in that area.
Retail and transit-adjacent caution
Be cautious around Milam’s Market / Douglas Road Metrorail station and similar retail entrances; confrontations over theft have involved weapons.
A shoplifting incident escalated to an armed robbery charge when a suspect pulled a knife on a store manager.
Expect police activity in Fort Lauderdale
Allow extra time and avoid the Chateau Park Drive area while police investigate a recent officer-involved shooting.
A police-involved shooting occurred and investigators established a crime scene with heavy law enforcement presence.
