Miramar residents and family members of the victims are pressing for answers and community action after a July 5 drive-by shooting that police say killed two 21-year-old cousins and injured a third person.
The rallying point for the families was a march organized in nearby Pompano Beach, where dozens chanted “justice for Bri and AJ” and called for measures to prevent future violence. The event included a candlelight vigil and a gun violence symposium led by Pompano Beach Commissioner Beverly Perkins.
What happened
Miramar police say a white sedan pulled up next to a Lamborghini on July 5 and someone opened fire at the adjacent SUV. Detectives report three people inside the SUV were struck. Two victims, identified as 21-year-old Brianna Johnson and her cousin, 21-year-old Arthur Lee Johnson, died. The third person shot is recovering at home, authorities said.
| Detail | Known information |
|---|---|
| Date | July 5 |
| Weapon | Not specified in police statement |
| Vehicles involved | White sedan and a Lamborghini parked next to an SUV |
| Victims | Two 21-year-old cousins killed; one person injured, recovering at home |
Family and community response
Family members described the victims as energetic and ambitious. Brianna Johnson’s mother, Hope Jones, told reporters her daughter was "bubbly, loving, caring, and smart," and that she had attended Bethune-Cookman before enrolling at Florida Atlantic University. Media accounts also note Brianna had a large social media following. The father of Arthur Johnson described his son as an entrepreneur.
“She was everything to me. I thought I had more time with her,”
Jones said the loss remains raw and that she is taking things one day at a time.
Actions called for and next steps
Commissioner Beverly Perkins organized the march and symposium at the family’s request to raise awareness and demand justice so other families do not suffer similar losses. Authorities released 911 calls last week that captured the panic after the triple shooting; investigators continue to work the case.
- Law enforcement continues its investigation; no public update about arrests has been released.
- Community leaders have called for renewed focus on gun-violence prevention and support resources for grieving families.
- Residents are urged to report tips to local police as investigators seek information.
The shooting has underscored local concerns about public safety and gun violence in Miramar and surrounding communities. Officials have not released further details on suspects or motive; Miramar police and partnering agencies are coordinating investigative efforts and family outreach.
