Sheldon Fox
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Mother sues M-DCPS Police, school board for $1M after daughter with autism is charged with battery over school incident
NORTHWEST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) - A South Florida mother is lawyering up and taking action against the Miami-Dade school board and school police department after her daughter, who has autism, was arrested and charged with battery. The charge stems from an incident at the 21-year-old’s high school last year, where the student allegedly struck a teacher after her cellphone was confiscated.
Federal fugitive arrested outside Hialeah Walgreens after days-long search - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale
Caregiver arrested after being accused of using fake identity to work with elderly patient in Palm Beach Gardens Palm Beach Gardens police say a home health aide accused of using someone else’s identity and credentials to get hired has been arrested after working with an elderly woman for years without proper qualifications.
Surveillance video, images capture violent Miami Beach high-rise robbery
By Sheldon Fox, Kevin Boulandier Click here for updates on this story MIAMI BEACH, Florida ( WSVN) - Weeks after an armed robbery and home invasion occurred at a Miami Beach high-rise apartment complex, 7News has obtained surveillance video and images of the chilling night. The pure terror played out at the popular Flamingo Point in Miami Beach as detectives said the suspected man forced three innocent victims into an elevator after robbing their apartment.
Hungarian national charged in Miami, South Beach murders was set to be deported before crimes
By Sheldon Fox, Rubén Rosario Click here for updates on this story MIAMI BEACH, Florida ( WSVN) - A Hungarian national who was set to be deported disabled his ankle monitor before he murdered two men in Miami-Dade County, triggering an investigation that led to his arrest, federal authorities said. Surveillance video captured the suspect, identified as 25-year-old Zsolt Zsolyomi, and 66-year-old Carlos Alonso Villaquiran entering Villaquiran's apartment unit at 1010 Pennsylvania Ave.
Bodycam, surveillance video shed light on local murders; police say suspect, 25, was possibly targeting older gay men
By Sheldon Fox, Rubén Rosario Click here for updates on this story MIAMI BEACH, Florida ( WSVN) - New video provides killer clues months after a gruesome murder inside a Miami Beach apartment that led to a young man's arrest in what police described as a crime spree that left two men dead. Miami Beach Police discovered the body of 66-year-old Carlos Alonso Villaquiran face down in a bathtub inside Apartment 15 at 1010 Pennsylvania Ave., Nov. 21.
Man seen wreaking havoc at CVS, doing sexy dance before local DJ takes him down
By Sheldon Fox, Julie Calhoun, Rubén Rosario Click here for updates on this story MIAMI BEACH, Florida ( WSVN) - A bystander took matters into his own hands when a man went into a CVS pharmacy in South Beach and caused all sorts of trouble - at one point showing off his dancing skills. The chaotic drugstore run went down June 13 at the CVS location at 20th Street and Collins Avenue.
Police cruiser strikes sex battery suspect before tough takedown
By Sheldon Fox, Rubén Rosario Click here for updates on this story MIAMI BEACH, Florida ( WSVN) - Police made a tough takedown in broad daylight in South Beach's entertainment district, and it was all caught on camera. Friday morning's beach bust near Ninth Street and Collins Avenue came with a Taser zap and several big hits captured by surveillance cameras.
Body camera footage captures arrest of Uber driver who pointed gun at passenger in Miami
By Sheldon Fox, Kevin Boulandier, Jordan Segundo Click here for updates on this story HOLLYWOOD, Florida ( WSVN) - Body camera footage, obtained exclusively by 7News, captures the arrest of an Uber driver who pointed a gun at one of her passengers during a trip in South Florida. Jennifer Benitez was spotted and stopped several counties away by Port St. Lucie Police who conducted a traffic stop on her. "Driver, put the window down! Do it now!" said the officer on body camera video.
Video shows man stabbed during brawl; suspect arrested, charged with attempted murder
By Sheldon Fox, Rubén Rosario Click here for updates on this story MIAMI BEACH, Florida ( WSVN) - A brawl that broke out in the heart of Miami Beach's entertainment district ended with a man stabbed in the chest and another in handcuffs, police said. The incident took place along Ninth Street, steps away from Ocean Drive, at around 7:45 p.m. on Thursday.
BKFC fighter arrested, charged after attempting to flee police by scaling balconies at Florida high-rise
By Dannielle Garcia, Michael Hudak, Sheldon Fox, Aaron Page, Tynisa Senior, Rubén Rosario Click here for updates on this story MIAMI (WSVN) — A man was arrested and charged following an overnight large-scale manhunt at a high-rise in Miami’s Edgewater neighborhood that, police said, had the suspect scaling the buiding, going from balcony to balcony in an attempt to elude authorities.
Crews extinguish boat fire in driveway; man airlifted with burns
By Sheldon Fox, Jessica Vallejo, Matthew Garcia Click here for updates on this story LAUDERDALE LAKES, Florida ( WSVN) - Rescue crews airlifted a man to the hospital after he suffered serious burns in a boat fire that ignited in a Lauderdale Lakes driveway, officials said. Broward Sheriff Fire Rescue units responded to reports of a boat on fire outside a home along the 3500 block of Northwest 33rd Street, just before 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.
‘A slap in the face’: Miami Beach Police officer speaks out on suspension after 2024 friendly fire shooting
MIAMI LAKES, FLA. (WSVN) - A Miami Beach Police officer who was suspended from the force over a year after she accidentally shot a fellow officer while pursuing a subject spoke publicly for the first time about the incident and her suspension. Speaking with 7News alongside her attorney in Miami Lakes, Wednesday afternoon, Miami Beach Police Officer Shenaqua Stringer said learning she might be fired felt like a slap in the face.
Body camera footage shows tense takedown of armed man who pointed gun at family
By Sheldon Fox, Kevin Boulandier Click here for updates on this story MIAMI BEACH, Florida ( WSVN) - Body camera footage shows the tense takedown of an armed man on the streets of Miami Beach. The close call chaos took place on Collins Avenue on the night of Feb. 16. Miami Beach Police said a man got into an argument that escalated with the suspect pointing a gun at his and his family heads. Video posted to social media during the encounter shows the tension between the victim and the suspect.
‘You should have never left, champ’: Video shows Camaro owner fleeing parking lot crash involving frustrated Corvette owner
MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - It was a crash and dash in South Beach as the driver of a sports car was caught on camera hitting another sports car and took off, but the victim would lead police to the suspect. While this wasn’t officially a hit-and-run, surveillance video obtained exclusively by 7News is now being considered evidence in this case. Monday got off to a destructive start for Julio Solano after, he said, his Corvette found itself in the path of a driver who was trying to park next to him.
Police arrest man accused of indecent exposure on the streets of Miami Beach
MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - Miami Beach Police have arrested a man accused of a creepy crime along the streets of Miami Beach. Thirty-four-year-old Jeremy Julien is accused of driving up on women, getting their attention and then flashing them from his driver’s seat. Cellphone video, obtained exclusively by 7News, captures Julien doing just that. Police used the video to track him down and make the arrest.
‘He’s a crazy person’: Police arrest man accused of threatening shoppers with metal stick
By Sheldon Fox, Rubén Rosario Click here for updates on this story MIAMI BEACH, Florida (WSVN) — An armed man created some scary moments for shoppers at a South Beach store, at one point coming close to a mother and her baby, but he was no match for responding officers, police said. According to Miami Beach Police and store manager Uzi Benoliel, Doc Brewster targeted unsuspecting tourists at the Surf Style at 421 Lincoln Road, March 19.
‘He’s a crazy person’: Police arrest man accused of threatening shoppers with metal stick at Surf Style on Lincoln Road
MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - An armed man created some scary moments for shoppers at a South Beach store, at one point coming close to a mother and her baby, but he was no match for responding officers, police said. According to Miami Beach Police and store manager Uzi Benoliel, Doc Brewster targeted unsuspecting tourists at the Surf Style at 421 Lincoln Road, March 19. “He went after two people that were coming with luggage to the store,” said Benoliel.
Boat towing service owner speaks out on rescuing man who fell off personal watercraft on Haulover Inlet
NORTHEAST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) - Good Samaritans raced to the rescue of a man when he fell off his personal watercraft in Haulover Inlet, ending up unconscious in the water. The dangerous wipeout took place Thursday afternoon, prompting boat towing service owner Charles Hansen and others to rush to the 23-year-old victim’s aid. “He was floating, face down in the water for at least 20 seconds before his friend got his mouth and nose out of the water, and until I arrived,” said Hansen.
Owner of bar on Lincoln Road says he’s shutting his doors due to hardship from strict spring break rules
MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - Business owners across Miami Beach are feeling the pain of the tough measures being implemented in the city for spring break. City officials have tried to get control of unruly spring breakers in the past few years with high parking and tow fees and a united message to repel the partygoers. But for businesses like Finnegan’s Road, a Lincoln Road staple and neighborhood bar loved by locals, the rules have led them to shut their doors.
Miami Beach officials say Lincoln Road is safe after suspicious package prompts investigation, road closures
MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - Miami Beach Police have deemed the area around Lincoln Road safe after hours of investigating a suspicious package. The investigation began after 1 p.m. on Wednesday afternoon in the area of 1600 block of Lenox Court. Miami Beach Police, Miami Dade Bomb Squad and Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office all assisted the scene. 7News sources said the package was found near a car. Video shared with 7News shows a bomb squad robot surveying a car outside of an apartment building.
Police: Shots fired in Hollywood following robbery at Pembroke Pines apartment complex
HOLLYWOOD, FLA. (WSVN) - Gunfire rang out in a Hollywood neighborhood following a robbery in Pembroke Pines, police said. According to Pembroke Pines Police, Tuesday’s robbery at the Cortland apartments along Southwest First Street, and it involved a male victim and five subjects. Investigators said the victim got in his gray BMW sedan and pursued the subjects into Hollywood.
Video shows Miami Police officer sitting in cruiser as cyclists beat up driver
Click here for updates on this story MIAMI (WSVN) -- Days after surveillance cameras recorded a driver swarmed by a mob of cyclists in broad daylight in the heart of Miami, the city’s police department has taken action against an officer for what she is accused of failing to do. The brouhaha went down Sunday evening along busy Biscayne Boulevard, near 14th Street.
Video shows Miami Police officer sitting in cruiser as cyclists beat up driver on Biscayne Blvd. near Arsht Center
MIAMI (WSVN) - Days after surveillance cameras recorded a driver swarmed by a mob of cyclists in broad daylight in the heart of Miami, the city’s police department has taken action against an officer for what he is accused of failing to do. The brouhaha went down Sunday evening along busy Biscayne Boulevard, near 14th Street.
Video shows man sucker punching employee outside Miami Gardens supermarket; victim, manager speaks out
MIAMI GARDENS, FLA. (WSVN) - A supermarket employee in Miami Gardens is speaking out and sharing his story, days after he was caught on camera getting sucker punched while on the job. The alarming attack occurred at the Price Choice located at 18351 NW 27th Ave., Saturday night. Surveillance video shows the employee, Carlton Samuels, as he collects shopping carts and slowly brings them to the front of the store when he almost runs into a man wearing a gray hoodie.
Video shows man sucker punching employee outside Miami Gardens supermarket; victim speaks out
MIAMI GARDENS, FLA. (WSVN) - A supermarket employee in Miami Gardens is speaking out and sharing his story, days after he was caught on camera getting sucker punched while on the job. The alarming attack occurred at the Price Choice located at 18351 NW 27th Ave., Saturday night. Surveillance video shows the employee, Carlton Samuels, as he collects shopping carts and slowly brings them to the front of the store when he almost runs into a man wearing a gray hoodie.
Video shows man accused of shooting Israeli father and son because he thought they’re Palestinian, police say
MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - Surveillance video captures a South Florida man moments before, police said, he opened fire on two men he thought were Palestinian but were actually Israeli, sending both victims to the hospital. According to Miami Beach Police, Mordechai Brafman is the man seen in the security footage. Detectives said the 27-year-old fired more than a dozen shots at men he’d never met in an upscale section of the city’s Pine Tree Drive, Feb. 15.
Mother outraged after she says pre-K teacher taped daughter’s mouth to shut her up
MIAMI (WSVN) - A mother is outraged after, she said, a pre-kindergarten teacher crossed the line when she taped her 5-year-old’s daughter mouth while in class. Lationa Sterling said the incident happened at Lorah Park Elementary School in Miami. “It bothers me. That’s my child,” said Sterling. The mother said the teacher did it to discipline and quiet the child. “You’re trying to shut (her) up,” she said.
Video shows armed suspects stealing luxury car from Miami Beach home; owner says he’s glad to be alive
MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - A Miami Beach man is recounting the terrifying moment his Mercedes G-Wagon was ripped off from the driveway of his home by armed thieves. The man, who does not want to be identified for security reasons, said the theft occurred on March 5 in his quiet and safe neighborhood. “A car pulls up in the evening and a guy in a hoodie from the back, he jumps out really, really quickly. Next thing you know my car’s gone,” he said.
Officer recounts being caught in rip current while responding to swimmer rescue call
By Sheldon Fox, Kevin Boulandier Click here for updates on this story MIAMI BEACH, Florida (WSVN) — A Miami Beach Officer is recounting the moments he felt his life was in danger while on a rescue mission for two swimmers lost at sea. Anyer Volquez-Ozuna said he was caught in a rip current as he headed to the swimmer he could barely see due to the dangerous swimming conditions. The rescue operation took place on March 4 on the beach off 16th Street.
Miami Beach Officer recounts being caught in rip current while responding to swimmer rescue call in Miami Beach
MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - A Miami Beach Officer is recounting the moments he felt his life was in danger while on a rescue mission for two swimmers lost at sea. Anyer Volquez-Ozuna said he was caught in a rip current as he headed to the swimmer he could barely see due to the dangerous swimming conditions. The rescue operation took place on March 4 on the beach off 16th Street. Two swimmers were in distress way offshore so first responders, including Ozuna, arrived and immediately went in.
Suspect accused of battery on South Beach arrested; police use surveillance video to conduct investigation
MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - A man accused of battery and other crimes has been arrested. Miami Beach Police said Leon Gordon committed his alleged crime on Ninth Street and Washington on March 1 when he entered an unlocked parked car which had a young woman sleeping in the back seat. The woman had been at a Miami Beach nightclub with friends when she got sick and returned to the car while her friends re-entered the club.
Tesla driver fled traffic stop, zipped down Ocean Drive and slammed into Infiniti, police say
MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - Police said a Tesla driver who refused to stop caused plenty of bedlam on South Beach’s iconic Ocean Drive, and it all came to a smashing stop, leading officers to make an arrest. Davis Thomas appeared before Miami-Dade Circuit Judge Mindy S. Glazer, Thursday afternoon. “He fled and then crashed his car. There’s probable cause,” said Glazer.
Bodycam footage shows takedown of ax-wielding man accused of chasing down woman, yelling racial slur
Click here for updates on this story MIAMI BEACH, Florida (WSVN) -- A Texas man was arrested after, police said, he chased down a woman through the streets of Miami Beach while holding an ax and yelling a racial slur. The incident took place on Collins Avenue, near 10th Street, in the middle of a busy Saturday afternoon. The alleged ax attack was thwarted by fast-arriving Miami Beach Police officers after witnesses notified them of what was happening.
Bodycam footage shows takedown of ax-wielding man accused of chasing down woman, yelling racial slur in South Beach
MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - A Texas man was arrested after, police said, he chased down a woman through the streets of Miami Beach while holding an ax and yelling a racial slur. The incident took place on Collins Avenue, near 10th Street, in the middle of a busy Saturday afternoon. The alleged ax attack was thwarted by fast-arriving Miami Beach Police officers after witnesses notified them of what was happening.
Man sues Homestead Police Department as he says he was falsely arrested after his ex and an officer plotted scheme against him
HOMESTEAD, FLA. (WSVN) - A man is suing the Homestead Police Department after, he said, he was the victim of an unlawful arrest due to a bad breakup with his ex-girlfriend. Julio Trejo said he was ganged up on and falsely arrested after his ex began getting romantically involved with an officer at the department and she directed that officer to throw him in jail. Now, Trejo and his attorney, Michael Pizzi, are suing the department and the officer, Pedro Perez. “I had an ankle monitor for two months.
‘I pulled my gun on him’: Video shows homeowner confronting burglar; suspect caught after manhunt
MIAMI BEACH, Florida (WSVN) -- A prowler who broke into a home in an exclusive Miami Beach neighborhood found himself facing a pistol-toting homeowner, triggering a massive manhunt that led to the burglar’s arrest, police said. Speaking with 7News on Thursday, homeowner Babba Joshua Yesharim said he saw the perpetrator on his property on Pine Tree Drive near the 41st Street on surveillance video during the overnight hours. Then he decided to confront the uninvited guest. “The dog was barking.
‘I pulled my gun on him’: Video shows homeowner confronting burglar; suspect caught after manhunt
By Sheldon Fox, Samantha Sosa, Rubén Rosario, Alex Browning Click here for updates on this story MIAMI BEACH, Florida (WSVN) — A prowler who broke into a home in an exclusive Miami Beach neighborhood found himself facing a pistol-toting homeowner, triggering a massive manhunt that led to the burglar’s arrest, police said.
‘I pulled my gun on him’: Video shows Mid-Beach homeowner confronting burglar; suspect caught after manhunt
MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - A prowler who broke into a home in an exclusive Miami Beach neighborhood found himself facing a pistol-toting homeowner, triggering a massive manhunt that led to the burglar’s arrest, police said. Speaking with 7News on Thursday, homeowner Babba Joshua Yesharim said he saw the perpetrator on his property near the 4300 block of Pine Tree Drive on surveillance vide during the overnight hours. Then he decided to confront the uninvited guest. “I checked the cameras.
Bodycam video shows UM student athlete couple detailing overnight theft of 3 luxury vehicles
SOUTH MIAMI, FLA. (WSVN) - Deputy-worn body camera video captured the moments a high-profile University of Miami student athlete couple provided police with details about the theft of three of their luxury vehicles from their South Miami-area home. The footage, obtained exclusively by 7News, captures Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office deputies responding to the $5 million home of MIami Hurricanes quarterback Carson Beck and his girlfriend, Canes basketball player Hanna Cavinder, Feb. 20.
Victim, Miami Beach leaders speak out after repeat criminal gets “sweetheart” plea agreement
MIAMI BEACH, FLA. (WSVN) - The news that a repeat sex offender and criminal is set to be released from jail is not sitting well with one of his victims and Miami Beach city commissioners. Perry Smith, who Miami Beach officials call a “menace,” is said to have gotten a plea deal that includes no trial or prison time. Court records show that Smith’s case has been officially closed as of last week.
Driver rushed to hospital after crashing into apartment complex in NW Miami-Dade
NORTHWEST MIAMI-DADE, FLA. (WSVN) - A driver, who lost control of his car, crashed into an apartment complex in Northwest Miami-Dade. Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office and Fire Rescue units responded to the scene of the crash which took place at around 8:00 p.m., Monday in the area of Northwest 29th Avenue and 52nd Street in the Brownsville neighborhood. 7News cameras captured the SUV crashed against a building and police on scene investigating the incident.
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