Miami boys, 12 & 13, charged as adults in rape of 12-year-old girl
Miami teens charged in child rape case
Two teenage boys, aged 12 and 13, have been arrested and charged as adults in connection with the alleged rape of a 12-year-old girl in a Miami community garden last June.
Police allege the boys forcibly assaulted the girl while she was walking home.
Arrest details emerge
According to an arrest report, on June 18, 2025, the victim was walking near the Green Haven Project on 11th Street and NW 2nd Avenue when the boys attacked her.
Police say 13-year-old Nelson Nuñez pulled down the girl's pants and had sex with her while another boy held her hand and 12-year-old Jushia Jones stood by.
Victim's screams for help ignored
As the girl begged for help, one of the suspects allegedly shoved rocks into her mouth to silence her.
The victim's father was searching for her when he heard her cries, prompting the boys to flee the scene, only to be arrested a day later.
Charges and bond status
Both Nuñez and Jones are being held without bail and face serious charges as adults. A third suspect, 15-year-old, has a warrant out for his arrest but has since left the state.
Judicial proceedings ahead
The boys are scheduled to appear in court on Monday to face the allegations.
Community reacts to shocking incident
The brutal attack has sent shockwaves through the community, with many expressing outrage and sorrow for the young victim.