Crime
Broward Sheriff’s Office increases reward to $60,000 for information about fatal smoke shop shooting in Pompano Beach
Pompano Beach, Florida – Authorities in Broward County are urging the public to come forward with information regarding a fatal shooting that took place at a smoke shop in Pompano Beach on March 30. The Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO) has raised the reward for information leading to an arrest to a total of $60,000, hoping to generate leads in the case.
The incident occurred shortly after midnight on Sunday, when Broward County Regional Communications received a report of a shooting in the 1200 block of East Sample Road. Deputies arrived at the Fire Up Smoke Shop and found 27-year-old Sayf Abdelaziz suffering from a gunshot wound. Pompano Beach Fire Rescue responded to the scene, but Abdelaziz was pronounced dead shortly after.
According to investigators, an unknown subject entered the smoke shop and approached the front counter, brandishing a handgun. During the encounter, the suspect shot Abdelaziz before fleeing on foot. Authorities have yet to identify a suspect, and BSO’s Crime Scene and Homicide units are working to piece together the details of what led to the deadly shooting.
The Broward Sheriff’s Office is actively seeking help from the public. Anyone with information on the shooting is encouraged to reach out to Detective Kevin White at 954-321-4210. Those who prefer to remain anonymous can submit tips through the SaferWatch app or contact Broward Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS (8477). Tips can also be made online at browardcrimestoppers.org, or by texting **TIPS (8477) from any cellphone.
To further encourage individuals with information to come forward, Broward Crime Stoppers is offering up to $10,000 for any tips that lead to an arrest in this case. In addition to that reward, an anonymous donor has pledged an additional $50,000, bringing the total potential reward to $60,000. The reward offer is set to expire on April 3, 2026, giving the public a considerable amount of time to provide crucial information.
Detectives believe that someone may have seen or heard something that could help solve this case. “We’re hoping that the reward will motivate someone with knowledge of this incident to step forward,” said Detective White. “This is a tragic loss for our community, and any piece of information, no matter how small, could be critical.”
The Broward Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate this tragic shooting, and authorities are determined to bring justice to the family of Sayf Abdelaziz. Community members are urged to help bring the responsible individual to justice and assist in providing closure for the victim’s loved ones.
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