Would-be burglar tries to break into Miramar smoke shop, video shows
Store security video captured a suspect trying — and failing — to break into a Miramar smoke shop early Tuesday, Jan. 21, underscoring ongoing community concerns about the proliferation of such businesses in the city.
At around 3:30 a.m., the would-be burglar, wearing a hoodie, approached the Forever Smoke Shop at 2019 S. Palm Ave. and repeatedly slammed a brick against the back window of the business before switching to a hammer, according to WPLG-Local 10.
The impact-resistant glass held firm. The man fled before gaining entry.
Miramar detectives are reviewing video footage and working to identify the suspect, who covered his face but may have left evidence behind.
Police told the Miramar News that no arrests have been made as of Jan. 21.
The break-in attempt comes amid broader concerns from local leaders about the number and concentration of smoke shops in Miramar.
In November, Vice Mayor Yvetter Colbourne said at a commission meeting she wanted the city manager to look into the growing number of smoke shops in Miramar and their apparent link to increased nuisance crimes and quality-of-life issues.
Miramar is not alone in addressing such concerns. Nearby municipalities, such as Coral Springs, have enacted moratoriums on new smoke and vape shops to study their impact and explore zoning reforms as a way to reduce crime and protect community health.
Anyone with information about the attempted break-in is asked to contact the Miramar Police Department or Broward Crime Stoppers at 954-493-8477 (TIPS).
This story was originally published January 21, 2026 at 3:56 PM.
