Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers
Coverage of Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers in the Nexus archive.
- Man hospitalized after being struck by stray bullet in NW Miami-Dade home
A man was hospitalized after being struck by a stray bullet in his Northwest Miami-Dade home. The incident occurred just before 1 a.m. on Wednesday at a residence on Northwest 199th Road, with the victim sustaining injuries to his upper extremities. He was taken to the hospital by a friend and is in stable condition, while authorities investigate the shooting.
- Girl, 12, shot while sitting in parked car in northwest Miami-Dade, deputies say
A 12-year-old girl was shot in the arm while sitting in a parked silver Hyundai in northwest Miami-Dade's Gladeview area. Three juveniles were in the vehicle, and the girl was hospitalized in stable condition before being released. No arrests have been made, and authorities are seeking surveillance footage from around 1 a.m.
- Drive by shooting in NW Miami-Dade leaves child injured; deputies investigating
A drive-by shooting in Northwest Miami-Dade injured a 12-year-old girl in the shoulder and arm. The incident occurred late Monday night on the 2100 block of Northwest 64th Street, with deputies investigating and securing the scene. Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers is seeking public assistance in the case.
- Deputies seek public’s help in finding missing South Florida dancer
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office is seeking the public’s help to locate 28-year-old dancer Michael-Anthony Leones Espino, who was last seen in west Miami-Dade County. Espino, known for performing with Latin artists like Rauw Alejandro and Rosalía, may require assistance, according to missing person flyers. Deputies have cordoned off his family’s home with crime scene tape.
- Man dies in hospital after dispute leads to shooting in SW Miami-Dade
A dispute in Southwest Miami-Dade escalated into a fatal shooting, with the victim pronounced dead at a hospital. Authorities are searching for the gunman, and Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers has urged the public to provide information.
- MDSO: Deputies seek 2 drivers who struck multiple pedestrians during illegal street takeover
Deputies are investigating two drivers who struck multiple pedestrians during an illegal street takeover in Miami-Dade. A black sedan hit two females before fleeing, and a gold Ford Expedition later struck a man attempting to aid victims and another female before escaping. Neither driver stopped to provide assistance.
- Search underway for 69-year-old woman reported missing from Homestead
Police in Homestead are searching for 69-year-old Maria Ramirez, who was last seen at Leon Medical Center wearing a leopard print blouse, blue shorts, and carrying a red handbag. She is driving a 2021 white Nissan Versa with Florida license plate 'FPYQ77' and requires medication she does not currently have.
- ‘It’s just a very reckless act’: MDSO denounces street takeovers after 2 incidents during holiday weekend
Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office officials condemned two street takeovers during the Fourth of July weekend, which involved fireworks, daredevil stunts, and a hit-and-run causing injuries. Deputies were targeted with fireworks, resulting in burns, while a black pickup truck linked to a hit-and-run that injured three people is being sought.
- Fuego artificial hiere a agente durante carrera callejera en Miami Lakes
Un agente de la Oficina del Alguacil de Miami-Dade resultó herido con una quemadura leve en la mano tras ser lanzado un fuego artificial encendido durante una persecución en Miami Lakes. El incidente ocurrió cerca de Northwest 77th Court y la calle 169 poco antes de la 1:30 a.m., y los sospechosos escaparon en vehículos desconocidos. La investigación sigue activa y las autoridades exhortan a la población a proporcionar información.
- MDSO: Man killed in hit-and-run in northwest Miami-Dade; driver sought
A man was killed in a hit-and-run incident in northwest Miami-Dade on Friday night. The driver fled the scene after striking the victim near Northwest 79th Street and Northwest 23rd Avenue. Authorities are investigating whether the man was walking or cycling when hit and have not released his identity or details about the vehicle involved.
- Man critical after shooting in Wynwood
A man in his 20s was shot in Miami's Wynwood area near Northwest 21st Street and Third Avenue around 9:30 p.m. on Thursday and is in critical condition at Jackson Memorial Hospital. Police and fire units responded to the scene, which saw a large police presence and cordoned-off blocks during the ongoing investigation. No suspect has been identified as of Friday morning.
- Search underway for 59-year-old man reported missing from NW Miami-Dade
Authorities in Miami-Dade are searching for 59-year-old Robert Russell Daniels, reported missing after he was last seen leaving Northwest 82nd Street and 23rd Court on foot. Daniels, described as 5 feet 11 inches tall with a gray and blue Cowboys sweater and black backpack, meets criteria for a missing endangered adult. The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office urges the public to share information.
- Search underway for missing 59-year-old man from Miami
Authorities are searching for 59-year-old Robert Russell Daniels, who was reported missing from Miami after being last seen on Tuesday. He was last seen in the 12400 block of Northwest 23rd Court wearing black pants, a gray and blue Cowboys sweater, a black backpack, and possibly a black beanie. Officials are urging the public to contact Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office or Crime Stoppers with information.
- Repeat offender arrested for allegedly exposing himself while riding scooter in South Miami
Anthony Gonzalez, a repeat offender, was arrested for allegedly exposing himself and masturbating while riding a scooter in a South Miami hospital parking garage. Police linked him to multiple similar incidents in Southwest Miami Dade using surveillance footage and public reports, leading to four indecent exposure charges.
- Search underway for missing 87-year-old man from SW Miami-Dade
Authorities are searching for 87-year-old Rodrigo Portuondo, who was last seen in Southwest Miami-Dade on Saturday. He was wearing a burgundy shirt, gray pants, and black shoes, and is described as 5 feet 3 inches tall with brown eyes and gray hair. The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office and Crime Stoppers are requesting public assistance to locate him.
- MDSO: 1 detained for questioning after man, woman found dead in southwest Miami-Dade
A man was detained for questioning after a man and a woman were found dead in southwest Miami-Dade. The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MDSO) confirmed the deaths and stated that first responders arrived at the scene shortly after 8:30 a.m. Homicide detectives are leading the ongoing investigation.
- Woman shot in leg while sitting in car in northeast Miami-Dade, deputies say
A woman was shot in the leg while sitting in her car in northeast Miami-Dade after becoming a victim of crossfire between multiple men exchanging gunfire. Deputies responded to the scene near a corner store on Northeast 117th Street and Second Avenue, where the woman was transported to a hospital in stable condition. Authorities have not identified the suspects involved in the shooting.
- Deputies investigating Miami-Dade stabbing, victim in critical condition
Authorities in Miami-Dade County are investigating a stabbing that occurred around 6:15 p.m. Monday in the 16000 block of Northeast Fourth Avenue. A man was found with apparent stab wounds and rushed to a nearby hospital in critical condition. No suspects have been identified, and authorities urge anyone with information to contact Miami-Dade Crime Stoppers.
- Teen shot in leg outside Miami convenience store, triggering search for gunman
A teenage boy was shot in the leg outside a Miami convenience store, prompting police to search for the gunman. The victim was hospitalized with a non-life-threatening injury after the incident occurred near Southwest Seventh Avenue and Third Street.
- Police searching for 16-year-old girl reported missing from Homestead
Police in Homestead are searching for 16-year-old Normayia Mayfield, who was last seen on 6th Street early Friday morning. She has brown eyes, black and blonde hair, and was wearing a green romper, black-and-red checkered pants, and a pink leopard print head covering. Her family disclosed she experiences mental illness, and authorities are urging the public to provide information.
- Homestead police search for missing, possibly endangered 16-year-old girl with bipolar disorder
Homestead police are searching for 16-year-old Normayia Mayfield, who was last seen Thursday morning in Homestead and has bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. Authorities report she refuses to take prescribed medications and is not in the right state of mind, prompting a public appeal for information.
- Man charged with stealing packages in Miami appears before judge
Jeyner Monzon, 22, faces charges of petit theft and burglary of unoccupied dwellings after stealing packages from up to eight homes in Miami. Police captured him on camera taking a package in April and are urging potential victims to contact authorities.
- Man hospitalized after being stabbed in North Miami
A man was hospitalized after being stabbed in North Miami on Thursday morning. Police responded to the 500 block of Northeast 132nd Terrace, where the victim was found with stabbing injuries. The investigation remains ongoing with no arrests or motive disclosed.
- Miami package theft suspect faces charges in 7 additional cases, police say
A 22-year-old man, Jeyner Francisco Monzon, faces charges in seven additional package theft cases in Miami after being identified through Ring doorbell camera footage. Police arrested him on May 28 following an investigation into a theft reported on April 16, with victims coming forward about other incidents from March to May.
- Mother pleads for answers as detectives seek new leads in 2021 Miami cold case
Terrance Willis was killed in a 2021 shooting in Miami after a verbal altercation on a bus, and investigators are seeking public help to identify a suspect. His mother, Deborah Willis, has made an emotional plea for answers as the case remains unsolved.
- Policía: Investigan balacera tras persona baleada en Coconut Grove
Una persona fue baleada en Coconut Grove la madrugada del sábado tras reportes de una 'gran multitud'. Agentes de la Policía de Miami respondieron a la cuadra 3800 de Oak Avenue, escucharon disparos y encontraron a la víctima, quien fue trasladada al Hospital Jackson Memorial. Las autoridades no revelaron detalles de la víctima ni información adicional.
- Police investigate after person shot in Coconut Grove
A person was shot early Saturday morning in Coconut Grove, Miami, after police responded to reports of a large crowd. The victim was transported to Jackson Memorial Hospital, but details about their identity or condition were not immediately released.
- Man, 72, reported missing from southwest Miami-Dade
A 72-year-old man named Raymond Wayne Chambers is missing from southwest Miami-Dade, last seen on May 17. Authorities report he has not contacted relatives and may require assistance. The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office is conducting the search.
- Man critically injured in Miami Beach shooting
A man was critically injured in a shooting on Collins Avenue in Miami Beach at 4:53 a.m. Friday. He was transported to Jackson Memorial Hospital’s Ryder Trauma Center, and northbound traffic on Collins Ave. was shut down near 67th Street during the investigation.
- Search underway for 16-year-old boy reported missing from Homestead
Police in Homestead are searching for 16-year-old Rashaud Jay Dixon, who was last seen leaving his home on Southeast 12th Road at 3 p.m. on Wednesday. He contacted his mother later that night with concerning statements, and authorities classify him as a missing endangered teen. Officials are urging the public to provide information.
- Missing Child Alert issued for Homestead teen who made ‘concerning statements’ before vanishing
A Missing Child Alert has been issued for 16-year-old Rashaud Dixon from Homestead, who was last seen on Wednesday and made concerning statements to his mother before vanishing. Authorities describe him as 5 feet 10 inches tall, Black male with black hair and brown eyes, last seen wearing white clothing and black sandals.
- Tesla driver arrested again in 2nd indecent exposure incident in South Miami, cops say
Rogerio Miranda De Souza, a Pinecrest man, was arrested for a second indecent exposure incident while driving his Tesla in South Miami. The first incident occurred on May 15, leading to an arrest on May 20, and the second on May 11, with Miranda De Souza surrendering on Wednesday. A judge set his bond at $25,000 and ordered house arrest with GPS monitoring.
- Miami woman arrested after running unlicensed post-surgery recovery facility, collecting over $200K from patients
Kerri Lisa Smith, a Miami-Dade woman, was arrested for operating an unlicensed post-surgery recovery facility and collecting over $200,000 from patients. Investigators found eight post-operative patients at the facility and allege Smith collected funds since October 2025.
- Miami-Dade teacher accused of sexual relationship with girl, 17, given house arrest
A Miami-Dade teacher accused of engaging in an inappropriate sexual relationship with a 17-year-old student was granted house arrest. Michael Enriquez, 53, faces charges including unlawful sexual activity with a minor and offenses against students by authority figures. The relationship continued until May 2026, after the student turned 18.
- Teacher at American Senior High, 53, accused of sex acts with student who was 17 at start of year-long relationship
Michael J. Enriquez, a 53-year-old teacher at American Senior High School, is accused of engaging in a year-long sexual relationship with a student who was 17 years old when it began. He faces multiple felony charges after detectives allege he had inappropriate physical contact and sexual acts with the student on at least three occasions off-campus. Authorities suspect there may be additional victims.
- Miami-Dade teacher accused of starting sexual relationship with 17-year-old student
A 53-year-old science teacher at American Senior High School in Miami-Dade, Michael Enriquez, was arrested for allegedly engaging in a sexual relationship with a 17-year-old female student. He faces charges including unlawful sexual activity with a minor, lewd touching, and offenses against students by authority figures. The relationship reportedly continued until May 2026, after the student turned 18, and authorities are investigating potential additional victims.
- 2 people shot near IHOP in south Miami-Dade
Two people were shot near an IHOP restaurant in south Miami-Dade County around 3:56 a.m. Sunday and taken to Jackson South Medical Center in critical condition. Deputies reported a verbal altercation between the male victim and an unknown subject led to the shooting, with no suspects currently identified.