A peacock was found shot in the throat with a crossbow in a Hialeah neighborhood.
Locals say the bird was first spotted in the neighborhood in December and soon became the neighborhood pet.
But resident Mayra Crespo found the injured bird Thursday in a condominium, located in the 1000 block of West 77th Street near 10th Avenue.
Neighbors called wildlife expert Daniel Drake was called to the scene to take the bird to get help.
Drake said the peacock looked like it will survive its injuries.
If you have any information on this crime, call Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS. Remember, you can always remain anonymous, and you may be eligible for a $1,000 reward.