HOMESTEAD, FL – A tranquil morning at a Homestead nursery turned tragic on Thursday when authorities discovered one man dead and another seriously injured inside a trailer. The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office responded to a welfare check at El Diaz Nursery, located near Southwest 204th Avenue and Southwest 232nd Street, after receiving reports of a potential hazardous situation.
Upon arrival, deputies found an unconscious man through a bedroom window and another individual suffering critical injuries. Emergency responders pronounced one man dead at the scene, while the other was swiftly transported to Jackson South Medical Center, where he remains in critical condition.
The incident has sparked a death investigation, with initial suspicions pointing towards a possible chemical mishap. Workers in the area suggested that the chemicals used for fumigation might have played a role in the tragedy. “Es muy toxico,” one local worker commented, indicating that the chemicals can be extremely hazardous.
Typically, fumigation processes occur when the nursery is devoid of workers, minimizing health risks. However, details surrounding what led to the fatality and injury remain murky, prompting the homicide unit to take over the investigation. Authorities are working diligently to piece together the events that led to this unfortunate incident.
The community is left with many questions as the investigation unfolds. Meanwhile, the condition of the hospitalized man continues to be a point of concern for both his family and the authorities.
Residents and workers in the area are urged to exercise caution and remain informed as the investigation progresses. The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office has yet to release further information but assures the public that updates will be provided as they become available.
As the nursery scene remains under scrutiny, the community awaits clarity on how such a devastating occurrence took place. The incident has highlighted the potential dangers of chemical exposure in agricultural settings and the need for stringent safety protocols.