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Founder of Wheels Up, Guns Down Movement Shot and Killed in Miami

WPLG Local 10November 5, 20252 min15,529 views
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Mourning for Slain Activist Dwight Wells

  • πŸ’” Friends and family are mourning the death of Dwight Wells, the founder of the Wheels Up, Guns Down movement, who was shot and killed.
  • πŸ˜” Wells was tragically shot and killed Friday night in front of his restaurant in Liberty City.
  • πŸ’¬ His mother, Mary Brown, last spoke to him just 30 minutes before the shooting, expecting him to visit.

The Wheels Up, Guns Down Movement

  • 🎯 Dwight Wells founded the Wheels Up, Guns Down movement to combat gun violence and keep kids off the streets.
  • πŸ—£οΈ He previously spoke about the movement's growth and the need to engage with community leaders.
  • πŸ•ŠοΈ Wells was dedicated to community efforts aimed at stopping violence.

Ongoing Investigation and Community Response

  • 🚨 Miami police are actively searching for the shooter, with no arrests made yet.
  • πŸ“’ A vigil is scheduled to honor Wells's life and legacy.
  • πŸ“ž Authorities are urging anyone with information to contact Miami-Dade Crimestoppers.
  • 🏍️ A ride-out is planned to commemorate Wells, starting from Lot 11 and heading to his restaurant.
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