North Miami Man Arrested in Home Invasion Targeting Paralyzed Victim
In North Miami, a 27-year-old man named Jamarcus Malcolm Brooks was arrested and charged with home invasion robbery and possession of cocaine with intent to sell. Authorities allege Brooks helped plan a robbery targeting a paralyzed man in his apartment,…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, July 11, 2026 —
A North Miami resident, identified as 27-year-old Jamarcus Malcolm Brooks, has been arrested and faces charges including home invasion robbery and possession of cocaine with intent to sell.
Authorities allege that Brooks played a role in planning a robbery that targeted a paralyzed man residing in his apartment. According to investigative reports, Brooks is accused of referring to the victim as an “easy lick,” a term used to describe someone perceived as an easy target, due to the victim’s physical condition.
The incident reportedly occurred when an individual entered the victim’s apartment with the intent to commit robbery. During the course of the robbery, the victim was allegedly assaulted and restrained by being tied up. The perpetrator proceeded to ransack the apartment, stealing an undisclosed amount of cash.
The suspect fled the scene shortly before the arrival of law enforcement officers. Details regarding the timeline of events and the specific date of the incident were not provided.
The arrest of Jamarcus Malcolm Brooks is the result of an investigation into the home invasion. The charges against him include one count of home invasion robbery and one count of possession of cocaine with intent to sell. Further details about the planning stages of the alleged robbery or the extent of Brooks’ involvement were not immediately available. The specific amount of cash stolen was also not disclosed.
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