‘Worst nightmare for us’: Lawsuit blames Miami-Dade deputies for crash that left man disabled
A man has filed a lawsuit against Miami-Dade County, its sheriff and several deputies over a crash that left him with life-changing injuries. Joey Serpa, who was 21 at the time, was riding a motorcycle when he was hit by a Miami-Dade Sheriff’s patrol car. In the complaint, he accuses deputies of false arrest,...
Miami Police and Community Mobilize in Search for Missing 46-Year-Old Man in Little Havana
The Miami community is rallying to find 46-year-old Geoffrey Garcia, reported missing from the Little Havana area. Garcia, described by Miami Police, is about 5 feet 11 inches in height, weighs roughly 170 lbs, and is recognized by his brown hair combined with hazel/green eyes, as detailed in a report by WSVN.
Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Cracks Down on Vehicle Burglary Spree, Suspect with Ankle Monitor Arrested...
In a significant law enforcement operation, the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office has managed to put an end to a streak of vehicle burglaries plaguing the local community. On a Tuesday morning, specific details of the case were disclosed, with the MDSO Investigators from the Auto Theft Unit, in collaboration with the...
14-year-old arrested in crash that killed bicyclist on Rickenbacker Causeway in Miami
MIAMI (WSVN) - Police said they have arrested a 14-year-old boy in connection with a crash on the Rickenbacker Causeway in Miami that killed a bicyclist last week. Investigators said the crash happened when Vladyslav Kuchyn was riding an electric dirt bike eastbound in the designated bicycle lane, at around 8:30...
Ex-Cuban official and alleged godson of Fidel Castro arrested on cocaine charge in Hialeah
A former major in the Cuban Ministry of the Interior and alleged godson of Fidel Castro has been arrested on a drug charge in Hialeah. Rogelio Izquierdo, 43, was arrested during a narcotics operation on Sunday, police said. According to an arrest report, an officer found a clear plastic bag...
Images of evidence surface in fatal shootout with 4 dead, 4 indicted in Broward
BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. — Images of evidence surfaced in a 2019 fatal shootout that involved 20 law enforcement officers from four agencies -- who fired over 220 rounds in about 25 seconds -- in Miramar. Four men died on Dec. 5, 2019, and after an investigation involving the FBI...
Video shows first responders rush to save Julia Tuttle Causeway crash victims
MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — New video obtained by Local 10 News Wednesday shows the bloody aftermath of a crash on the Julia Tuttle Causeway. It happened Tuesday just after 3 a.m. In the video, Miami Beach police officer Kevin Lorenzo can be observed running to the scene to try and render aid.
Motorist with children arrested for DUI
BIG PINE KEY — A 42-year-old Miami motorist identifying himself as a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent during a traffic stop was arrested for DUI Wednesday, Aug. 13, following a call from another motorist regarding his reckless driving, according to the Monroe County Sheriff's Office.
A tribute to the Miami Northwestern teacher who changed my life | Opinion
Charlette Seward, a four-decade public school drama teacher and coach, died last month in Miami. Her obituary will tell you she was also a successful professional actress and Broadway veteran and that she left behind former students to reflect on the immense influence she had on their lives. I am one of those...
Californian accused of robbing man during Facebook Marketplace Jeep sale near Miami airport
MIAMI — Miami police made an arrest Tuesday in connection with an armed robbery that took place as the victim was trying to sell the suspect a Jeep Cherokee through Facebook Marketplace. Police said the robbery happened June 14 at an apartment complex at 4271 NW 18th St. in...