NORTHEAST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) – Two men have been arrested after investigators said a victim was lured to a Northeast Miami-Dade location, beaten with firearms, robbed and forced into a vehicle as part of an attempted home invasion.<\/p>\n
According to a Miami-Dade Sheriff\u2019s Office arrest report, the incident happened July 2 near Northeast 15th Court.<\/p>\n
Investigators said the victim was picked up by Brian Zabala and believed they were going to his father\u2019s home. <\/p>\n
During the drive, Brian Zabala allegedly made an unexpected turn and brought the victim to another location, where Gian Zabala, Jaden Zabala and several other people were waiting.<\/p>\n
The victim told deputies he was struck in the back of the head with an AK-47-style rifle before the group began attacking him. <\/p>\n
During the attack, Gian Zabala allegedly removed the victim\u2019s cellphone from his pocket.<\/p>\n
Authorities said the group then threatened the victim with firearms and forced him into a vehicle against his will. <\/p>\n
Gian Zabala and Brian Zabala, allegedly drove the victim to his home and demanded that he open the front door so they could search the residence for an item.<\/p>\n
The victim refused, and a witness inside the home also declined to open the door. Investigators said the group fled after hearing law enforcement officers arriving in the area.<\/p>\n
Detectives said Gian Zabala planned the attack before surrendering to investigators Monday with his attorney. He invoked his right to remain silent and was arrested.<\/p>\n
Jaden Zabala was also arrested in connection with the case.<\/p>\n
A judge found probable cause and ordered Gian Zabala held without bond. Jaden Zabala was ordered held without bond on the kidnapping and aggravated battery charges and received a $2,500 bond on the attempted burglary charge.<\/p>\n
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