Battery
Coverage of Battery in the Nexus archive.
- 3 arrested after police say they tried to steal $240K diamond chain at Doral nightclub
Three men were arrested after allegedly attempting to steal a $240,000 diamond chain from a victim at Pink Pony nightclub in Doral. The suspects attacked the victim in the restroom, tried to rip the chain from his neck, and faced charges of attempted strong-arm robbery and battery. Security intervened, preventing the theft and resulting in the suspects' arrest.
- Police: Trio beats up man during attempted robbery at Doral strip club
Three men were charged with attempted robbery and battery after allegedly beating a victim at a Doral strip club to steal his diamond chain. Surveillance video showed the suspects attacking the victim in the restroom, with security intervening before the chain was stolen.
- ‘I am reminded by that’: Victim of Miami Beach assault reflects on incident after 1 of 2 suspects is convicted
A Miami Beach woman was assaulted by two men on April 9, with one suspect, Misael Vargas, later convicted of battery. The second suspect, Christopher Martinez, faced dropped charges but was arrested again for disorderly conduct. The victim, Fay Ramlawi Benton, continues to recover emotionally from the attack.
- MDSO: Argument over ‘being too loud’ preceded IHOP shooting that left 2 wounded, 2 arrested
A Cutler Bay man and woman were arrested after a shooting outside an IHOP that left two men wounded. The suspects, Kelton Abston and Mari Carmen Zelaya, argued with the victims over being too loud, leading to a physical altercation and gunfire. Both face charges related to the incident.
- Man accused of grabbing teen, hitting her buttocks as she walked to Miami school
A 22-year-old man was arrested in Miami after allegedly grabbing a 16-year-old girl, hitting her buttocks, and asking her a sexual question as she walked to school. Surveillance footage from a Burger King parking lot captured part of the incident, leading to his arrest the following day. The suspect, Keldon Figueroa, faces charges of attempted kidnapping and battery and is being held at a correctional center.
- How to avoid costly car repairs in extreme heat
The article advises checking coolant and fluid levels to prevent car overheating and costly repairs during extreme heat. It highlights that a simple coolant check, costing $20-$30, can avoid expensive motor replacements. AAA also notes dead batteries as a common issue in hot weather.
- Big Tigger, radio personality and former BET host, arrested in Georgia
Big Tigger, a radio personality and former host of BET’s 'Rap City,' was arrested in Georgia on battery and third-degree cruelty to children charges. He was released on a $10,000 bond after being arrested by the Sandy Springs Police Department. His wife previously accused him of a domestic incident, which he denied, and it is unclear if the arrest relates to that incident.
- Big Tigger, radio personality and former BET host, arrested in Georgia
Big Tigger, a radio personality and former BET host, was arrested in Georgia on battery and third-degree cruelty to children charges. He was released after posting a $10,000 bond, following an arrest by the Sandy Springs Police Department. His wife previously accused him of a domestic incident, which he denied.
- Big Tigger, radio personality and former BET host, arrested in Georgia
Big Tigger, a radio personality and former BET host, was arrested in Georgia on battery and third-degree cruelty to children charges. He was released after posting a $10,000 bond. His wife previously accused him of a domestic incident, which he denied.
- Miramar police sergeant accused of punching girlfriend in mouth after asking about their relationship status
A Miramar police sergeant, Devarious Holloway, was arrested after allegedly punching his girlfriend in the mouth during a domestic dispute over their relationship status. Holloway faces charges of battery and criminal mischief and has been placed on administrative leave by the Miramar Police Department pending an internal review.
- Video shows man beating, kidnapping girlfriend in Miami Springs, police say
A video released by Miami Springs police shows Andre Christian Lopez, 31, allegedly beating and kidnapping his girlfriend before she escaped. Lopez was arrested after a deputy located him in West Little River and admitted to the assault, calling it a 'regular occurrence.' He faces charges of kidnapping and battery and is being held without bond.
- Man charged with hate crime accused of yelling racial slur at 9-year-old
Jeffrey Feigenbaum, 29, was charged with two counts of hate crime, battery, and disorderly conduct after allegedly yelling a racial slur at a 9-year-old Black boy, pushing him, and throwing his bike during a dispute over a damaged fort. DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin condemned the incident as 'disturbing' and emphasized that hate crimes have no place in society.
- Suburban man charged with hate crime, accused of yelling N-word at 9-year-old
A 29-year-old Plainfield man was charged with two hate crimes, battery, and disorderly conduct after allegedly yelling a racial slur at a 9-year-old boy and pushing him in Naperville. The incident occurred on Saturday in the 1400 block of an unspecified area.
- Man accused of trying to open plane door, choking off-duty flight attendant on flight diverted to MIA
A 51-year-old man named Juan Gabriel Reyes allegedly attempted to open a plane door and choke an off-duty flight attendant during a Frontier Airlines flight from Puerto Rico to Chicago, leading to an emergency landing at Miami International Airport. Passengers and crew intervened to restrain him before authorities arrested him and the FBI assumed the investigation.
- 9 arrested during teen takeover in Naperville, officials say
Nine individuals, including five minors, were arrested during a large teen gathering in Naperville. Police issued nearly three dozen citations and dispersed the crowd by 11 p.m. after multiple law violations. Naperville Police Chief Jason Arres emphasized strict enforcement of laws without warnings.
- At least 9 arrests reported after ‘teen takeover' in Naperville
Naperville police arrested at least nine teens and issued nearly three dozen citations after groups gathered in downtown areas, leading to disturbances. Four adults and five juveniles faced charges including assault, battery, and obstructing officers, as part of a 'teen takeover' trend spreading to suburbs.
- Frontier flight diverted to MIA after passenger chokes off-duty flight attendant, deputies say
A Frontier Airlines flight from San Juan to Chicago was diverted to Miami International Airport after a passenger, Juan Gabriel Reyes, became disruptive by attempting to open emergency doors, entering the pilots' quarters, and choking an off-duty flight attendant. Reyes was arrested and charged with battery.
- Miami man faces new child molestation charge after third arrest for touching 10-year-old
Carlos Jean, 38, was arrested for a third time this month for allegedly molesting a 10-year-old girl in Hialeah. He faces charges of lewd and lascivious molestation of a child under 12 and battery. Earlier arrests this month and in March involved allegations of touching a 12-year-old girl and following a student while masturbating.
- California veteran known for pro-Trump display outside his home dies after assault
Kerry Sheron, a 69-year-old US Army veteran and pro-Trump activist, died after being attacked outside his San Diego-area home. Thomas Butler, a 32-year-old Navy veteran, was arrested and charged with attempted murder, elder abuse, and battery in connection with the incident.
- The new Razr Ultra is still the best-looking phone out there
The 2026 Motorola Razr Ultra features a new camera sensor, larger battery, and higher price ($1,499), but retains its stylish design with wood-finish and Alcantara options. The article praises its aesthetics, countering claims that modern phones are boring.
- Police identify the body of 1 missing USF student, second still missing as roommate is charged
The body of Zamil Limon, a missing University of South Florida doctoral student, was found on a bridge in Tampa, while his roommate, Hisham Saleh Abugharbeih, was arrested and charged with domestic violence, battery, and tampering with evidence. Nahida Bristy, another missing student, remains unlocated, and authorities are urging the public for information.