FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Authorities in Broward County have raised the reward to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest of the shooter involved in a tragic Mother’s Day incident that claimed the life of a young woman. Dru’Niyyia Griffin passed away almost two years after she was left paralyzed from the shooting that took place in May 2022.
Griffin, who was only 20 years old at the time, was discovered with multiple gunshot wounds while seated in a black Honda Accord in unincorporated Central Broward near Fort Lauderdale. Another individual, a male, also sustained injuries in the attack but was later treated and released from hospital.
The victim and the man were sitting parked outside of a residence they were visiting when shots were fired from a passing vehicle, suspected to be a dark SUV. This incident sparked an intensive investigation, as law enforcement officials are seeking the community’s help in identifying and locating the perpetrator responsible for Griffin’s death.
Investigators have released video footage capturing the moment the assailant’s vehicle unleashed a hail of bullets at Griffin’s car. The Broward Sheriff’s Office has since turned the case over to its homicide unit, which continues to work diligently to solve the tragic crime while urging anyone with relevant information to come forward.
Authorities encourage individuals who may have details regarding the shooting to contact Broward Crime Stoppers at 954-493-TIPS. The pursuit of justice for Griffin remains a top priority for law enforcement, as they strive to bring closure to her family and apprehend those responsible for this senseless act of violence.
The community’s assistance is vital in resolving this case, as authorities remain committed to finding answers and holding the responsible parties accountable for their actions. The increased reward serves as an incentive for individuals to come forward with any pertinent information that could aid in the ongoing investigation into the Mother’s Day shooting that tragically claimed the life of Dru’Niyyia Griffin.