MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA — A tourist from Chicago was viciously beaten and robbed outside a Miami Beach hotel in a shocking attack that was caught on surveillance video, according to WSVN News. Police said the suspect, who has since been arrested, repeatedly punched and kicked the victim while the man’s girlfriend screamed for him to stop.
Surveillance Shows Brutal Assault Near Hotel Entrance
Authorities say the incident unfolded late Sunday night near a popular hotel in the Miami Beach area. The victim, whose name has not been released, was standing outside the building when a man suddenly approached and began attacking him without warning. Video from the scene shows the suspect repeatedly striking the victim in the head and upper body while the man lay defenseless on the ground. At one point, the assailant’s girlfriend was heard pleading for him to stop as the violence continued.
After the assault, the attacker reportedly stole the victim’s phone and bag before fleeing the scene. The victim was later treated for multiple injuries, including facial trauma and bruising, police said.
Police Capture Suspect Following Investigation
Miami Beach police confirmed the suspect was taken into custody hours after the incident. Detectives identified him through surveillance footage and witness accounts, describing the arrest as swift and coordinated. Authorities have not released the suspect’s identity or detailed the charges, but officials say he faces multiple counts, including armed robbery and aggravated battery.
Community and Officials Condemn the Violence
The attack has sparked outrage among both locals and visitors, highlighting growing safety concerns in tourist-heavy areas of Miami Beach. Officials said they are stepping up patrols around hotel zones and nightlife corridors following a series of violent incidents targeting out-of-town guests. “This was an unprovoked and brutal act,” one police spokesperson said. “We’re grateful that the suspect was caught quickly and that the victim is expected to recover.”
The investigation remains active as detectives continue reviewing evidence and surveillance footage…