Miami, FL (MSN) – A 19-year-old convicted felon who previously served time for attempted murder and armed carjacking is back behind bars after allegedly assaulting and kidnapping his pregnant girlfriend at gunpoint.
Chris Chambers’ Criminal History
| Age | Crime | Conviction & Sentence | Probation End Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 | First-degree attempted murder | Convicted at 17, sent to correctional boot camp | 2028 (after turning 23) |
| 16 | Armed carjacking | Same conviction | Same as above |
Chambers, who was arrested in Miami-Dade County as a teenager, had been serving probation when he was arrested again on Thursday in Wynwood.
New Allegations: Threatening a Pregnant Woman at Gunpoint
According to police, the victim, who is six months pregnant with Chambers’ child, told officers that she had been in an on-and-off relationship with him since 2023.
- Location of Incident: Roberto Clemente Park, Wynwood
- Alleged Attack Details:
- Grabbed the victim by the neck
- Dragged her from the playground to the restroom
- Pointed a firearm at her abdomen and face
- Threatened to “Clap her” (fatally shoot her)
A witness alerted park staff, who interrupted the assault by opening the restroom door. Chambers, still holding onto the victim’s shirt, only fled when he heard police sirens approaching.
Arrest & Charges
Police officers arrested Chambers nearby, finding a gun inside a pink backpack he was carrying.
| Charge | Severity | Bond |
|---|---|---|
| Aggravated kidnapping with a weapon | Felony | No bond (Pre-trial detention) |
| Aggravated battery on a pregnant victim | Felony | $25,000 |
| Strongarm robbery | Felony | Included in total bond |
| Aggravated assault with a firearm | Felony | Included in total bond |
| Domestic battery by strangulation | Felony | Included in total bond |
Chambers denied pointing a gun at the victim, claiming they were arguing over her phone, which he had taken earlier.
Legal Proceedings
- Chambers appeared in Miami-Dade County court on Friday.
- Prosecutors filed felony charges against him.
- Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Jason Bloch is set to preside over the case.
Chambers remains in custody under pre-trial detention. His probation status and previous convictions could lead to severe sentencing if convicted.
Jean Lopez 
