MIAMI, FL – A Miami police officer has been relieved of duty as an internal affairs investigation unfolds following a disturbing incident captured on video last Sunday. The footage, which has sparked widespread concern, shows a violent altercation occurring in close proximity to a police cruiser, yet the officer inside did not intervene until the attack had concluded.
The incident took place outside the Knight Concert Hall on Biscayne Boulevard. In the video, a man is seen parking his vehicle in front of a police car before approaching a bicyclist to exchange words. Moments later, more individuals on bikes arrive, and the situation quickly escalates. Although partially obscured by a tree, the confrontation turns violent as the group attacks the man, all while the officer remains seated in the car.
The chaos intensifies when one of the attackers jumps onto the man’s vehicle, shattering the windshield. The man is then knocked to the ground, kicked repeatedly, and has a bicycle thrown on top of him. Despite the severity of the assault, the officer does not exit the vehicle until other officers arrive on the scene to disperse the attackers.
In response to the incident, the Miami Police Department has launched an internal affairs investigation to assess the officer’s conduct. The department has temporarily removed the officer from duty pending the outcome. The police chief emphasized the department’s commitment to upholding their duty to protect the community and pledged to share the investigation’s findings once completed.
The lack of immediate action by the officer has raised significant questions about the department’s response protocols during such violent incidents. The investigation aims to determine the appropriateness of the officer’s actions and whether any departmental policies were violated.
No arrests have been made in connection with the assault, and the identities of those involved remain undisclosed. The police department has not provided further details about the individuals or the events leading up to the altercation.
Efforts to obtain a statement from the police union regarding the incident have been unsuccessful. As the investigation continues, community members and officials alike are eager for answers and hope for a resolution that ensures accountability and reinforces public trust in law enforcement.