MIAMI (WSVN) – A Miami man is accused of following a victim in a vehicle, attempting to rob him at gunpoint and firing a shot during a struggle before stealing property and fleeing, according to an arrest affidavit.<\/p>\n
Police said Santos Gaiter, 40, followed the victim in a black Honda Accord as the victim rode a golf cart home on April 21, 2026.<\/p>\n
When the victim arrived at his residence near Northwest 1201 Place, Gaiter allegedly exited a vehicle and demanded money while pointing a handgun.<\/p>\n
Authorities said he also demanded a gold chain, which the victim said was not real.<\/p>\n
Investigators said a struggle ensued over the firearm, during which the victim bit Gaiter\u2019s arm and attempted to push the weapon away. <\/p>\n
Police said Gaiter then fired a shot toward the victim\u2019s head, but the victim was able to deflect the gun, avoiding injury.<\/p>\n
According to the affidavit, Gaiter fled with the victim\u2019s phone and bags from the golf cart. <\/p>\n
A second victim reported hearing calls for help and a gunshot, then saw Gaiter approach her and demand her bicycle, which he took before fleeing the scene.<\/p>\n
A second victim told investigators she heard the first victim calling for help and a gunshot. <\/p>\n
As she approached the area, she was confronted by Gaiter, who demanded, \u201cLet me get that, girl, give me the bike.\u201d <\/p>\n
Police said Gaiter then took her teal Huffy bicycle and fled.<\/p>\n
Investigators said surveillance video captured the incident, including the suspect vehicle following the victim before the robbery and returning to the area multiple times afterward. <\/p>\n
Police said a photo lineup led the victim to identify Gaiter, whom he said he knew as \u201cSantos\u201d and had seen on multiple prior occasions. <\/p>\n
Investigators later located Gaiter on April 28 holding a bicycle consistent with one taken during the incident and noted injuries consistent with the victim\u2019s account.<\/p>\n
Gaiter was arrested and is being held pending court proceedings, according to police.<\/p>\n
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