Video shows arrest of veteran Miami fire captain accused of assaulting fellow first responder
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — New body camera video obtained by Local 10 News on Friday shows the arrest of a veteran Miami firefighter who authorities say was taken into custody earlier this summer after a confrontation with first responders at his southwest Miami-Dade home. Capt. Maximo Vasquez, a 15-year...
WATCH: Miami Police Have a New Intelligence Tool
The City of Miami Police Department is proud to announce the launch of its new Drone First Responder (DFR) program, an initiative aimed at safely getting eyes on the scene ahead of responding police officers.
Suspects involved in Miami robbery, stopped in Alachua County
GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WCJB) - Suspects involved in a Miami-Dade county burglary was stopped in Alachua County. Seth Bradford, 20, and Robert Cormier, 28, were stopped by Florida Highway Patrol Officers near mile marker 387 heading northbound on Interstate 75. According to the Florida Highway Patrol report, officers were...
City moves one step closer to finalizing Miami Marine Stadium deal
After years of fits and starts, the city of Miami has selected an operator to restore and run the shuttered Miami Marine Stadium, paving the way for the architectural landmark on Virginia Key to once again be used as a concert and performance venue. In a video published to social media Friday, City Manager Art...
Eyewitnesses describe chaos in Miramar shootout that killed UPS driver during 5th day of...
FORT LAUDERDALE, FLA. (WSVN) - A Broward County judge heard testimony for a fifth day to determine if Florida’s “stand your ground” law applies for an officer charged in the death of a UPS driver during a deadly shootout, as witnesses described the chaotic scene that unfolded as officers confronted the gunmen.
No Injuries Reported in Highway Shooting Incident on I-95 in Miami
Yesterday's commute took a dangerous turn when an individual in a silver Mercedes SUV opened fire on Interstate 95, targeting a gray BMW and a white Dodge Ram, authorities confirmed. The incident, which took place around 12:45 p.m. near Northwest 103rd Street, fortunately resulted in no injuries. The Florida Highway...
Bodycam video shows arrest of repeat offender after Beachwalk beating of journalist covering FIFA...
MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - Newly released body camera video shows officers arresting a man who, police said, brutally beat a German sports journalist who was visiting South Florida earlier this summer — and the suspect is no stranger to the law. The bodycam video, obtained exclusively by 7News,...
Miami Gets Lit Thanks to a Wave of New Bookstore Openings
It's a bright Saturday afternoon in Liberty City, and Roots Bookstore and Market is buzzing with activity. Two months after its Juneteenth opening, the shop on NW 15th Ave. across the street from the Liberty Square housing projects is hosting its first-ever book signing from local children's book author Kiara Young....
Doral Caretaker Charged with Exploiting Elderly Woman’s Finances in Miami-Dade
A 59-year-old caretaker, Monica Orta, is facing multiple charges after being accused of exploiting an elderly woman's finances in Doral, authorities say. According to WSVN, Orta allegedly used the victim's credit card to buy items at clothing stores around Miami-Dade. Doral police stated Orta was captured on...
Police investigate after 25-year-old rapper shot to death in Hallandale Beach
HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. — Police are investigating the fatal shooting of a 25-year-old man, who they identified as rapper Brandon Wamley, in Hallandale Beach on Thursday night. Officers with the Hallandale Beach Police Department said they responded to a ShotSpotter alert in the 500 block of Northwest Sixth Avenue.