Events tagged with "dade county"

Historical Events tagged with "dade county"

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Crime & Law

FBI Miami Shootout: A Daylight Gun Battle

April 11th, 1986 38 years ago

In Dade County, Florida, a gun battle erupted between two bank robbers and FBI agents pursuing them. The shootout resulted in the deaths of FBI agents Jerry L. Dove and Benjamin P. Grogan, with five other agents wounded during the intense confrontation. This dramatic event not only showcased the dangers faced by law enforcement but also led to the development of the popular .40 S&W cartridge.