The shooting occurred shortly after 2 a.m. at the pool area of the Michael-Ann Russell Jewish Community Center on Northeast 25th Avenue. Miami-Dade police officials said a 45-year-old man was arrested at the scene and police found a firearm. Footage from the cell phone showed the man being handcuffed to the spot. His identity was unknown. JCC officials said the shooting was the result of a “home situation” in a message posted on their website. “Our heartfelt thoughts and prayers are addressed to the victim’s family,” the message said. “Fortunately, years of practice and numerous safety protocols have ensured the safety of our members, staff and community.” Security at the JCC is strict, with only one entry and one exit, and ID to move around the facility, but Sunday swimming lessons are open to the public. Family members were spotted outside the center and identified the victim as 30-year-old Shandell Harris. Family photo Sandel Harris Harris was said to be at the center of her daughter’s swimming lesson when she was shot and killed. “He followed her, chased her and shot her, like an animal, like he was hunting,” said cousin Aaron Batten. She was described as a loving mother who had recently had a fight with her husband. “My cousin, she is humble, she is very quiet, she is a wonderful mother. “It was not worth it,” said Harris’s cousin Apple. “Everything was about her child and her marriage, she was a happy person and she did not deserve it.” Officials confirmed that the woman and the man were married but had no children in common. “Our investigators found out today that yes, there have been some internal issues recently,” Miami-Dade police said. said Alvaro Zampaleta. “It was not our investigation, from what I understand, it was in another jurisdiction.” Police said there were no other injuries while the child was being cared for by relatives. No other information was immediately released. Check back with NBC 6 for updates.
