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An Oklahoma pediatrician, Dr. Neha Gupta, was arrested in Florida for allegedly murdering her 4-year-old daughter by smothering and then staging the death as a drowning, with authorities finding evidence of asphyxiation and attempting to conceal the crime.
Traffic citations against Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill were dismissed after a Miami-Dade officer failed to appear in court. Hill had been cited for careless driving and not wearing a seatbelt during a controversial traffic stop in September, where he was handcuffed and placed face down on the road. The absence of the officers involved in the stop led to the dismissal, which Hill's attorney suggests indicates their awareness of wrongdoing. The Miami-Dade Police Department attributed the officer's absence to an oversight.
Traffic tickets issued to Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill for careless driving and not wearing a seatbelt were dismissed after Miami-Dade Police officers failed to appear in court. The incident, which involved Hill being handcuffed and kneeled on by an officer, drew criticism for excessive force. Hill's teammate, Calais Campbell, who tried to intervene, was also handcuffed but not charged. Hill has called for the officer involved to be fired.
The president of the Colombian Football Federation, Ramón Jesurún Sr., and his son were arrested for attacking security guards after Colombia's loss to Argentina in the Copa America final at Hard Rock Stadium. The event saw chaos as fans swarmed the stadium, leading to 27 arrests and numerous security breaches. Miami-Dade Police and stadium officials faced criticism for inadequate security measures despite having over 550 officers on duty.
Colombian Football Federation president Ramón Jesurún and his son were arrested at the Copa América final in Miami for engaging in a physical altercation with stadium security. The incident was part of broader security issues that saw 27 arrests and 55 ejections, prompting a review of safety protocols ahead of the 2026 World Cup.
The president of the Colombia Football Federation, Ramon Jesurun, and his son were arrested by Miami-Dade police following a physical altercation with security guards at the Copa America final in Miami Gardens. The incident occurred after Colombia's loss to Argentina, amid chaotic scenes where thousands of fans struggled to enter the stadium, leading to delays and multiple arrests. Authorities are reviewing security protocols in preparation for future events, including the 2026 World Cup.
The president of the Colombian Football Federation, Ramón Jesurún Sr., and his son were arrested for attacking security guards after Colombia's loss to Argentina in the Copa America final at Hard Rock Stadium. The event was marred by chaos as fans swarmed the stadium, leading to multiple arrests and injuries. Miami-Dade Police and stadium officials faced criticism for inadequate security measures despite having over 550 officers on duty.
Fans without tickets breached security at Hard Rock Stadium before the Copa America final, causing delays and safety concerns. Several people were arrested, and others received medical treatment for heat-related distress. The chaotic situation led to the gates being opened to prevent stampedes, with law enforcement urging fans to follow safety protocols. Both Argentina and Colombia's coaches expressed concerns over the disruption.
The Copa America Final at Hard Rock Stadium was delayed after fans swarmed the venue, with one officer being struck by a rock. Miami-Dade Police confirmed several incidents and arrests due to unruly behavior as fans tried to access the stadium. The match between Argentina and Colombia was pushed back to 8:30 p.m.
A shooting at CityPlace Doral left two dead and seven injured, including a police officer, after a dispute at a bar led to a security guard being killed by the shooter. The shooter was subsequently killed by police, and a total of six bystanders were also injured, with two in critical condition. The injured officer has been released from the hospital, and the incident is still under investigation.
Two Miami-Dade police officers were shot while responding to a home in southwest Miami-Dade containing squatters. The officers were confronted by an armed man as they approached the front door, resulting in an exchange of gunfire. Both officers are in stable condition, and a suspect was pronounced dead at the scene. The 35-year-old officer has been with the department for seven years, the 57-year-old officer for 15 years, and the 40-year-old officer for 11 months.
Miami-Dade police have made over 100 arrests and impounded 58 vehicles ahead of the annual Wheels Up, Guns Down ride, with 20 firearms impounded and 554 citations issued. The ride-out, which typically takes place on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, saw 48 arrests on Sunday alone and 144 total arrests since Friday. Law enforcement agencies are monitoring roads for violators, with a reminder that ATVs and dirt bikes are not allowed on highways, public roads, or streets.
A passenger named Kevin McGrath has been reported missing from a Carnival cruise ship after it returned to Port Miami. McGrath was last seen in his cabin and was supposed to meet his family for breakfast before disembarking, but he never arrived. Despite an extensive search by Carnival crew members, the U.S. Coast Guard, and the Miami-Dade Police, McGrath has not been found. Surveillance systems and security cameras did not indicate that he may have gone overboard. His whereabouts remain unknown.
A 26-year-old man named Kevin McGrath has been reported missing from a Carnival Cruise ship, the Carnival Conquest, after it returned to Port Miami. Despite an extensive search on the ship and in the surrounding waters by the U.S. Coast Guard, McGrath was not found. The Miami-Dade Police Department is now involved in the investigation, and anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers Miami & The Florida Keys. Carnival Cruise Line is providing support to McGrath's family during this time.
Miami-Dade Police Director Alfredo "Freddy" Ramirez's wife saved his life during a suicide attempt last month when she grabbed his arm, preventing a fatal injury. The incident occurred after a heated argument between the couple at a hotel in Tampa. Ramirez allegedly shot himself in the head hours later on Interstate 75. Body camera footage and a police report revealed the initial dispute, with Ramirez being briefly handcuffed by police. Ramirez remains on medical leave and is recovering in a Tampa hospital. The incident has raised concerns about mental health in law enforcement.