Local News

5-year-old survivor spend a day-long adventure with Miami police

Miami, Florida – Five-year-old Trenton “TJ” Mack survived the April 12 house fire that killed his mother, Stevangela Lankford, who died after rescuing him.
On Tuesday the Miami Police Department invited Mack on an adventure that began with a surprise caravan, breakfast, and a helicopter ride over the city.
He was also at the Lummus Park to learn about police horses and police dogs. Mack will also spend time with officers on motorcycles and members of the SWAT team.
The department’s marine patrol unit also has a surprise for him at the Miami Seaquarium in Virginia Key.
The boy will be swimming with dolphins and interacting with sea lions.
 

Alfred Duncan

Alfred Duncan is a senior editor at The South Florida Daily, where he oversees our coverage of politics, misinformation, health and economics. Alfred is a former reporter and editor for BuzzFeed News, National Geographic and USA Today.

Related Articles

Back to top button