A man was shot and killed Friday night in his Palmetto Bay home, which police later discovered contained a suspected grow house.
Israel Rodriguez, 36, was shot just after 9 p.m. in his home at 16021 SW 77th Court, Miami-Dade Police said. He was taken to a nearby hospital where he later died.
Detectives said they found a hydroponic lab inside the home and posted an "unsafe building" sign on the front door. According to police records, Rodriguez had been arrested in the past for loitering.
A Department of Children and Families investigator was also at the home with detectives Saturday morning. Neighbors said a child lived there with Rodriguez, but now that child is staying with other family members while the investigation continues.
Police have not yet identified a suspect or a motive in the shooting. Anyone with information is urged to contact Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS.
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