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CBS News
3 days ago
- CBS News
Judge orders no bond for Miami Beach man accused of killing mom, dumping body
A Miami Beach man accused of killing his mother and placing her body in a dumpster was ordered held without bond Monday afternoon after a judge found probable cause to support a second-degree murder charge. Anthony Caruso, 40, appeared before Circuit Court Judge Mindy Glazer, who questioned the lead investigator about the evidence. "Detective, I have one question. Who do you believe killed the victim?" Glazer asked. "Mr. Caruso," Miami Beach Detective Brian Gonzalez responded. Gonzalez testified that police discovered a trail of blood leading from Caruso's apartment, across the hallway, and into the trash room. Blood was also found on his apartment door and around the trash chute, where investigators believe the victim's body was dragged. Records show Caruso was on probation at the time of the incident. He had been arrested three times last year on charges including aggravated assault, battery, battery on a law enforcement officer, and criminal mischief. Morning hearing postponed over missing report details Earlier in the day, Judge Glazer had delayed the hearing after reviewing Caruso's arrest report and finding that it lacked key information. "Am I missing something?" she asked the prosecutor. "Where does it say he killed his mother?" Caruso's attorney replied, "I agree, judge. There's nothing indicating that says he killed his mother." The prosecutor attempted to contact the arresting officers to clarify, but was unable to reach them. Glazer then ordered the hearing reset for later that day to determine whether probable cause existed. According to police, Elizabeth Caruso flew from New Jersey to Miami Beach on Saturday to check on her son, who has a history of mental health issues. That evening, her son-in-law called police after not hearing from her for six hours. Responding officers were dispatched to Caruso's Washington Avenue apartment. Blood was found on his front door and on the hallway floor, leading directly to the trash room across from his unit. "Officers opened the door to the trash room and saw blood on the walls and floor surrounding the trash chute," the arrest report states. On the first floor of the building, where the chute ends, the trash room was locked. Miami Beach Fire Rescue was called in to breach the door. Inside the dumpster, officers discovered Elizabeth Caruso's body. According to the medical examiner's report, she had suffered severe trauma, including injuries "nearly to the point of decapitation" and multiple fractures to her arms, hands, face, and head. When police attempted to contact Caruso at his apartment, he did not respond. A SWAT team and Hostage Negotiation Unit were deployed, and a search warrant was obtained. "When our officers tried to make contact with the subject, he barricaded himself," said Miami Beach police spokesperson Christopher Best. After several hours of failed negotiations, officers used a K9 and Taser to subdue Caruso, who was then treated at Mount Sinai Hospital for a bite wound to his arm. Following his release, Caruso was taken to the Miami Beach Police Department for questioning. According to the report, he invoked his right to remain silent and did not make a statement.
CBS News
3 days ago
- CBS News
Bond hearing reset for Miami Beach man charged in mother's murder after judge notes missing details
A bond court hearing for a Miami Beach man charged in the murder of his mother, whose body was found in a dumpster at his apartment building over the weekend, was rescheduled after a judge noticed details missing from his arrest report. Anthony Caruso, who has been charged with second-degree, appeared Monday morning before Miami-Dade Circuit Court Judge Mindy Glazer. During the hearing, it was revealed that Caruso was out on probation for three other cases, details of which were not discussed. During a reading of his arrest report, Glazer noted that important details were missing. "Am I missing something?" she asked the prosecutor. Glazer then questioned the reasoning behind the charges, saying there was nothing in the arrest report that indicated he had killed his mother. "Where does it say he killed his mother?" she said. "I agree judge. There's nothing indicating that says he killed his mother," Caruso's attorney replied. The prosecution then tried to call in the officers behind the arrest but couldn't reach them. Glazer then reset the hearing for the afternoon session. "Reset it in the afternoon for a probable cause hearing to see if he is in fact the person who killed his mother," she said. According to police, Caruso's mother, Elizabeth Caruso, arrived in Miami Beach from New Jersey mid-day on Saturday to check on her son, Anthony, who they said has a history of mental health issues. That night, according to police, they received a call from her son-in-law who said he had been unable to reach her for six hours. Officers were then sent to Caruso's apartment building on Washington Avenue to conduct a welfare check. According to the arrest report, when they arrived they found blood on the front door of his apartment and a smear of blood on the hallway floor that led to the trash room directly across from it. "Officers opened the door to the trash room and saw blood on the walls and floor surrounding the trash chute. Officers went to the first floor of the building where the bottom of the trash chute was located," according to the report. The door was locked, so Miami Beach Fire Rescue was called to help breach it. When officers entered the room, they found Elizabeth Caruso's body inside the dumpster, according to the arrest report. Elizabeth Caruso's neck was severely injured "nearly to the point of decapitation" and sustained several bone fractures in her arms, hands, face and head, according to the medical examiner's findings noted in the report. When officers tried to make contact with Caruso at his apartment, no one came to the door, according to police. At this time, Miami Beach police SWAT and Hostage Negotiation Teams were deployed to the apartment building, and a search warrant was obtained, police said. "When our officers tried to make contact with the subject, he barricaded himself," Christopher Best, a public information officer with Miami Beach police, said. While serving the warrant, SWAT officers commanded Caruso several times to surrender to no avail and tried using several tactics to get him to comply. However, they were unsuccessful. After an eight-hour standoff, officers used a K9 and Taser to take him into custody, according to police. Caruso, whose right arm was injured by the K9, was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital for treatment. Caruso was then taken to the Miami Beach Police Department for questioning. There he invoked his rights and did not provide a statement, according to the arrest report.
Associated Press
3 days ago
- Associated Press
Crime Owl Aims to Help Investigators Solve Cases Like Amy Bradley's With AI
With CrimeOwl, investigators can now process thousands of case files in minutes, boosting efficiency and speed with AI MIAMI BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, July 21, 2025 / / -- Today marks the official launch of a revolutionary AI-powered investigative platform purpose-built to help solve crime with AI. Designed for law enforcement, private investigators, journalists, and citizen detectives, CrimeOwl AI brings modern technology to the forefront of investigations, making it easier to connect evidence, uncover hidden patterns, and generate new leads. With law enforcement and PI agencies nationwide facing overwhelming caseloads, limited resources, and aging investigative tools, many cases remain unsolved for years, sometimes decades. CrimeOwl AI was created to break that cycle. The mission behind CrimeOwl is deeply personal. Founder Arash Ghaemi was driven to create the platform after an 18-year investigation yielded no answers regarding his own missing family member. As he prepared to reach out to investigators to start working the case himself, he wondered if AI could help him sort through clues. 'CrimeOwl is more than just an app; it's a way to solve crime in real time,' said Arash Ghaemi, founder of CrimeOwl AI. 'Law enforcement is overworked and underpaid. Too many families are left waiting for answers while evidence collects dust. We built CrimeOwl to change that, to bring speed, clarity, and fresh insights to investigations that desperately need them.' Ghaemi continues: 'Everyone is now familiar with the Netflix documentary with Amy Bradley. It likely contains thousands of case files, including video and audio. Now, imagine having a place where you could upload all those files, process them in minutes, and investigate them with AI. It would drastically reduce human error and mistakes, allowing a fresh angle on cases. It would also eliminate the cold start problem investigators face when their case load piles up, and they have to review everything by hand all over again. Modern Investigations, Supercharged by AI CrimeOwl combines cutting-edge AI tools with practical, easy-to-use features designed to reduce investigative blind spots and surface connections humans may overlook. The platform's core features include: AI Insights Chat — Investigators can ask questions directly to their case files and receive instant AI-generated summaries, connections, and lead suggestions. Interactive Timeline Reconstruction — Visualize case progress and key events across timelines that make sense of chaotic case files. Relationship Mapping — Uncover connections between individuals, organizations, and locations with AI-generated relationship maps. Location Mapping — See all key locations involved in a case plotted visually to identify geographical patterns or inconsistencies. Secure, Encrypted Access — All case data is protected with end-to-end encryption, ensuring privacy for sensitive investigations. Pattern Recognition & Evidence Linking — Detect overlooked connections within case documents, witness statements, and reports using natural language processing. AI Document Parsing — Upload and instantly process police reports, FOIA documents, and notes to extract critical case details. Audio and Video supported — Upload audio and video, get transcripts and event detection, emotions, and more. CrimeOwl works across a wide range of case types including cold cases, missing persons, homicides, violent crimes, custody disputes, and active criminal investigations. PI agencies will soon be able to launch custom workflows to work any case type, all of which can be done faster and more efficiently with AI. Built by Those Impacted, for Those Fighting for Justice 'We built CrimeOwl to close the gap between overworked investigators and the families waiting for answers,' said Martijn van Halen, co-founder of 'This isn't about replacing human instinct; it's about giving every investigator a partner that can sift through thousands of pages in minutes, surface overlooked leads, and help crack cases that would otherwise go cold.' Early pilot programs with private investigators have already yielded promising results, with feedback highlighting significant time savings, improved organization of complex cases, and discovery of new leads. About CrimeOwl CrimeOwl AI is a mission-driven technology startup reinventing investigative work through artificial intelligence. The company's flagship platform combines modern AI tools with intuitive design to help investigators solve cold cases, missing persons cases, and unsolved crimes faster. For more information, demos, or to create a free account, visit: Arash Ghaemi CrimeOwl AI +1 720-767-7819 email us here Visit us on social media: YouTube X Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
CBS News
4 days ago
- CBS News
Woman found dead after welfare check in South Beach, Miami Beach Police say
An investigation is underway after a woman was found dead during a welfare check in Miami Beach on Saturday night, police said. Just after 9:20 p.m., Miami Beach Police responded to a welfare check at 800 Washington Avenue in South Beach. Upon arrival, officers began their preliminary investigation and "subsequently discovered a deceased adult female," Miami Beach Police told CBS News Miami. Police said that the death appears to be an "isolated incident" and a suspect has been taken into custody. The circumstances surrounding the woman's death remain under investigation. This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
Yahoo
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jetzi Launches to Redefine the False Lash Industry with Preglued, Customizable, Biodegradable Lashes
The new lash innovation debuts August 15, set to transform the beauty industry and lash lovers everywhere. MIAMI BEACH, Fla., July 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Jetzi, an emerging innovator in the lash industry, today proudly announced the launch of its Ready-to-Wear Collection, a revolutionary line of press-on false lashes designed to lift, amplify, and perfectly complement any eye shape with up to 7 days of wear time. The collection, launching August 15, reflects Jetzi's mission to empower individuals to embrace their unique beauty with lashes that are preglued, customizable, and biodegradable — setting a new standard in sustainable beauty. "With Jetzi, we're bringing long-lasting, preglued false lashes to both beauty professionals and lash enthusiasts," said Jennifer Lauren, founder of Jetzi. "Our goal was to address a glaring gap in the market — the lack of customizable lashes that truly fit unique eye shapes. The Ready-to-Wear Collection was born from this need, offering a flawless lash experience that anyone can achieve effortlessly." The Ready-to-Wear Collection stands out with key features that elevate the lash-wearing experience: D + L Curls: Engineered to enhance and lift your natural eye shape for a dramatic yet natural look. Build-able Volume: Allows wearers to customize the fullness and intensity to match any occasion or personal style. Color Variations: Available in rich black, subtle brown, and elegant brown-black blends to perfectly complement diverse eye colors and makeup styles. Different Lash Weights: Designed to add dimension and color density, giving a fuller, more natural effect tailored to your preference. Lash Styles for Every Eye Shape: Curated styles to suit round, almond, hooded, and monolid eyes, ensuring a flawless fit and lift for all. Pre-Glued Lash Band: Designed for easy application, eliminating the mess and hassle of traditional lash glue. Biodegradable Materials: Made with eco-conscious fibers and components, ensuring your beauty routine is kind to the planet. These innovative lashes enable users to achieve their ideal look every time — with comfort, durability, and care for their natural lashes. Jetzi's launch marks a significant milestone in reshaping beauty standards, championing sustainability, self-expression, and high-performance product design for both industry professionals and everyday beauty lovers. Be among the first to experience the future of lashes. The Ready-to-Wear Collection will be available exclusively starting August 15 at About JetziJetzi was founded in 2024 by Jennifer Lauren, a beauty professional with over 15 years of industry experience. Driven by a passion for empowering others and solving common beauty application challenges, Jetzi creates products designed to enhance self-confidence without compromising individual style. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Jetzi Sign in to access your portfolio
