MacArthur Causeway
Coverage of MacArthur Causeway in the Nexus archive.
- Is the bridge a bust? Why work on signature South Beach gateway has ground to a halt
A pedestrian bridge project in South Beach, part of a developer's agreement for the Five Park condo, has stalled due to unresolved issues with locating underground power lines. Miami Beach Commissioner David Suarez criticized Florida Power & Light (FPL) for inaccurate utility markings, which have caused drilling delays and raised concerns about potential power outages. The developer may abandon the project if complications persist.
- Fitness influencer acquitted of charges, self deports after hit-and-run left Miami Beach Police officer injured
Fitness influencer Armando Fogaça was acquitted of felony charges after being accused of a hit-and-run that injured Miami Beach Police Officer Anthony Guzman. Fogaça denied striking the officer, claiming he fled out of fear after Guzman grabbed his motorcycle, and later self-deported to Brazil after serving nine months in jail.
- Bodycam video shows chaotic South Beach arrest by officer previously injured in 2024 friendly fire incident
Bodycam footage shows Officer Fabio Bolanos arresting a suspect accused of stealing a motor scooter in South Beach, two years after he was injured in a 2024 friendly fire incident. The suspect, Miguel Cotto, was tracked via drone and later denied stealing the bike, though he faces multiple felony charges despite a dropped grand theft accusation.
- Surveillance video shows Corvette driver fleeing hit-and-run crash involving Miami Beach patrol car
A Miami Beach police officer issued a noise citation to Anthony Banks for loud music from his Corvette. Banks fled the scene, striking a patrol car before escaping. Surveillance footage and license plate tracking led to his arrest hours later at a car wash where he attempted to clean evidence.