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Teen accused in Overtown child gang rape case will stay locked up ahead of trial
A 15-year-old accused of helping restrain a 12-year-old girl during a gang rape at a Miami community garden in June 2025 will remain detained ahead of trial. The judge ruled against releasing Xavier Tyson, citing his alleged role in holding the victim down while another teen raped her, despite defense arguments and testimonies about his character.
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