North Miami Beach

Authorities are investigating an accident after a driver crashed into parked vehicles and then hit a wall at a North Miami Beach apartment complex. The incident occurred at the Aliro Apartments near Northeast 142nd Street and 18th Avenue. Although there was significant damage, no injuries were reported.

A homeless woman was accused of attempted murder after allegedly beating a homeless man with a stick about 20 times near North Miami Beach, causing a skull fracture. The attacker, identified as Viola Sharonda Patterson, provided a false name initially but was later arrested and charged with second-degree attempted murder and giving a false name to law enforcement.

A pedestrian was hospitalized after a crash with a car in North Miami Beach on Friday afternoon. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and Miami Beach Police responded to the incident at 163rd Street and Northeast 35th Avenue, where traffic was blocked. The driver remained at the scene and cooperated with authorities, while the involved white sedan was towed.

A North Miami Beach woman, Kaylynn Ackeret, is seeking answers after her dog Prince died while in the care of a sitter during her trip. The sitter, found via RoverRover, notified her of the dog's death, which Ackeret attributes to overheating, though she disputes the cause. Police and RoverRover are investigating, and the sitter's account has been deactivated.

A 35-year-old Miramar man is facing seven attempted murder charges after shooting into an apartment in North Miami Beach, where six people were present but unharmed. The suspect was identified via surveillance footage showing a distinctive tattoo on his neck.

Jaden and Gian Zabala were arrested in Miami-Dade County after their brother accused them of a violent kidnapping involving an AK-47-style rifle and physical assault. The victim claimed he was ambushed, pistol-whipped, and taken to a North Miami Beach home, where the group demanded entry to search for an item. Both brothers face multiple charges including kidnapping with a weapon, aggravated battery, and armed robbery.

Five people were hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash in North Miami Beach, with seven total occupants involved. Emergency responders rescued a trapped individual, and three patients were taken to a trauma center. The cause of the accident remains under investigation.

Cinco personas fueron trasladadas a hospitales tras un choque en Northeast 163rd Street, cerca de Northeast 34th Avenue, en el límite entre North Miami y North Miami Beach. Tres víctimas recibieron atención en el Hospital HCA Florida Aventura, otras dos con lesiones menores en un hospital local no identificado, y dos más fueron evaluadas en el lugar sin lesiones. Una persona quedó atrapada en un vehículo.

Five people were hospitalized after a crash on Northeast 163rd Street near Northeast 34th Avenue in North Miami and North Miami Beach. Three victims were taken to HCA Florida Aventura Hospital’s trauma center, two with minor injuries to an unnamed local hospital, and two others were assessed on scene with no complaints. The crash involved two vehicles, with one victim trapped.

Seven Florida restaurants were temporarily closed due to health code violations including mold, pest infestations, and unsanitary conditions. All establishments reopened after cleanup and passing follow-up inspections.

North Miami Beach Mayor Michael Joseph is accused of asking city IT chief Ricardo Castillo to alter a video recording of a city manager candidate interview, which Castillo refused. Castillo testified that Joseph threatened him, and altering records is a potential crime.

A 1-year-old Doberman named Legend was found malnourished in North Miami Beach and discharged from Hollywood Animal Hospital after treatment. He is now recovering and has a foster home arranged for his continued care.

A child was airlifted to a Broward County trauma center after a reported 'long fall' from a building in North Miami Beach. First responders found the child alert and conscious, with no foul play suspected. The child's parent was present at the scene, but authorities have not disclosed the child's identity, age, or condition.

A 7-year-old child was airlifted to Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital after falling from a third-floor balcony at an apartment complex in North Miami Beach. Rescue crews, including 7Skyforce helicopter, responded to the incident on the 2100 block of Northeast 169th Street, where police and paramedics assisted before the child was transported. Authorities have not disclosed the child’s condition or gender, and the investigation is ongoing.

A malnourished 1-year-old Doberman named Legend was rescued in North Miami Beach and is receiving medical treatment through the Doberman Rescue League. The dog, found emaciated and with unknown skin spots, is in foster care while the rescue group seeks a permanent home.

North Miami Beach Mayor Michael Joseph was held in contempt of Congress for ignoring subpoenas related to an investigation into potential illegal donations involving then-U.S. Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick. Joseph chairs a political committee with Cherfilus-McCormick’s brother and is alleged to have funneled hundreds of thousands of dollars from an oil company executive doing business with the Haitian government. Colleagues expressed concern, and Joseph disputed the Ethics Committee's findings.

North Miami Beach Mayor Michael Joseph is held in contempt of Congress for failing to comply with subpoenas related to an investigation into Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick. The ethics committee alleges illegal campaign donations through a political committee chaired by Joseph, who faces potential jail time and fines if convicted. Joseph also faces local scrutiny over alleged misconduct as mayor, including altered records and excessive travel expenses.

Two people were injured during a fire at an apartment building in North Miami Beach. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue responded to 16850 South Glades Drive, focusing on the sixth and seventh floors, and transported one injured individual to a nearby hospital.

An apartment fire in North Miami Beach hospitalized one person and injured two others with smoke inhalation. Firefighters extinguished the blaze at 16850 S Glades Drive, with 7Skyforce documenting the scene.

North Miami Beach's new city manager, Darvin Williams, faces legal challenges including a whistleblower lawsuit from former interim director Kerlyn McHenry, who claims she was fired after raising procurement and accounting concerns. Williams, previously terminated by Opa-locka for similar issues, is also named in a federal civil rights lawsuit. Commissioner Natasha Ervin of Opa-locka has filed a defamation suit against Williams.

A North Miami Beach woman called police after witnessing her husband raping her 'asleep and unresponsive' friend at their apartment. The victim awoke to find her friend yelling and the husband raping her, while he denied the allegations and claimed she had pressed against him during dancing.

Miami-Dade Fire Rescue Ocean Rescue conducted a rip current rescue demonstration in North Miami Beach to educate swimmers on safety techniques. The event highlighted how lifeguards rescue individuals trapped in rip currents and advised bystanders to avoid entering the water and instead call 911 or use floatation devices. Red flags at lifeguard towers signal dangerous rip currents.

A North Miami Beach woman was arrested and charged after hitting a pedestrian with her vehicle and fleeing the scene, causing serious injuries. The victim was hospitalized with a head laceration and other injuries, while the driver, identified as Shannon Mackey, was later located at a residence where damage consistent with the crash was found.

Joel James Taveras, a 20-year-old pool attendant in North Miami Beach, is accused of receiving $24,000 in duplicate city payroll payments from February 2025 to February 2026. He was arrested after an investigation by the North Miami Beach Police Department and faces charges of organized scheme to defraud and third-degree grand theft.

Norvys Colmenares and Janckeily Guerra, both Venezuelan nationals, were arrested in North Miami Beach for financial crimes including credit card fraud and possession of skimming devices. Authorities found items used in counterfeit card operations, 143 encoded cards, marijuana, and a loaded firearm in their apartment. They also faced immigration violations for unlawful entry and firearm possession.

Nearly a dozen people were injured after a possible boat explosion at Haulover Sandbar in North Miami Beach, Florida. The incident occurred on Saturday and 11 victims were taken to the hospital for treatment. The total number of injuries has not yet been released.