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- CBS News
Man charged after postal worker stabbed in Miami road rage incident, police say
A 27-year-old man has been charged with aggravated battery and weapon use in a felony after allegedly stabbing a U.S. Postal Service mail carrier during a road rage incident, according to the Miami Police Department. On July 21 at approximately 2:43 p.m., Biscayne Park police responded to reports of a mailman stabbed in the 11700 block of NE 10th Avenue. Officers arrived to find the victim, a 60-year-old USPS employee, in uniform and bleeding from a stab wound to the chest while parked in his mail truck. Miami-Dade Fire Rescue transported the victim to Jackson Memorial Hospital's Ryder Trauma Center for treatment. His current condition has not been released. Officers located the suspect, identified as Valentino Jlil, near the scene, holding a knife and bleeding from a cut on his finger. He was taken into custody without incident and transported to the Biscayne Park Police Department, where he gave a sworn, taped statement after being read his Miranda rights. According to investigators, the confrontation began when the mail carrier inadvertently failed to yield to Jlil, who was riding an electric scooter. Police say Jlil became angry, blocked the mail truck, and initiated a verbal and physical altercation that escalated into violence. Jlil faces charges of felony aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and use of a weapon while committing a felony, police said.
CBS News
22-07-2025
- CBS News
Tesla owner wants harsher charges after vandal caught on video scratching car with box cutter
A Tesla owner in Miami's Little Haiti neighborhood said a man used a box cutter to scratch his car and it was caught on video. "It's frustrating. I don't know what he was thinking!" said James Lipari, whose Model 3 Performance Tesla was vandalized just after 11:30 a.m. Sunday on Northeast 59th Street. Lipari had parked one street away from a nearby event when his Tesla's Sentry Pro app sent him a push notification. "I started a free trial of an app called Sentry Pro, which gives you a push notification to your device if Sentry is activated," Lipari said. Video from the vehicle's security system shows a man approaching, pulling out what appears to be a box cutter, and dragging it across the car's front end twice. "The hood alone would cost around $1,200," Lipari said. After bringing the car to Tesla on Tuesday, he was told the repair cost could be even higher. "He told me normally what they do is they'll repair not only the hood where it's damaged, but also the two other panels here, to kind of blend all the colors in. That's what makes it more costly." The video also shows the man vandalizing a nearby truck in the same way. "It just makes me think he's done this before," Lipari said. Lipari filed a police report. So far, the incident is classified as criminal mischief under $1,000, but he wants it upgraded to a third-degree felony. "It's important that people are aware that this gentleman is walking around not only with a box cutter in his pocket but also that he's just randomly targeting vehicles — and who knows what else," Lipari said. The Miami Police Department is investigating. Anyone with information is urged to contact police or Crime Stoppers at 305-471-TIPS (8477).
Miami Herald
13-06-2025
- Miami Herald
‘Hug your children': Father speaks out on his teen son's slaying in Brickell condo
Days before Father's Day, the heartbroken dad of Dominic Ferrell, the 17-year-old stabbed to death in a Brickell condo, is speaking out to thank those supporting his family, to condemn the 'violent' killing and to urge parents to hold their children close. 'On this Fathers' Day, I pray that you hug your children and appreciate every precious moment you have with them,' Jon Ferrell said in a Friday afternoon statement. Police have said Dominic was killed in his sleep, stabbed with a kitchen knife by 26-year-old Kyrill Kehl on the 34th floor of Tower 3 of the Icon Residences by SS Vacation Rentals at 485 Brickell Ave. Jon was with his son and asleep in the condo when his son was killed. Shortly after, Kehl would fall to his death at a neighboring building — police have yet to say if the fall was intentional or accidental. Jon and Dominic, who was the eldest of four children, weren't supposed to be seeing each other that day. Christine Maron, Dominic's mother, had placed a temporary restraining order on Jon, in which he couldn't contact her or his children. The restraining order would have expired on June 23. READ MORE: Teen was staying with dad in Brickell condo when he was stabbed by stranger: court records In his Friday statement, Jon noted that while their family situation may not have been ideal, the killing of his son was a horrific crime that still needs to be answered for. 'All families have differences,' he said. 'Consistent with Dominic's extraordinary empathy and our loving bond, he chose to join me on the night of this horrific event. Of course, my wife and I will cooperate with law enforcement as we get to the bottom of this senseless murder.' Jon said that the night before, he and Dominic were making plans for Father's Day, which included a golf game with the entire family. READ MORE: Fatal stabbing at luxury Brickell high-rise appears to be random, police say In his statement, he partially condemned the Icon Residences and the ease with which Kehl had gotten through the building. 'It is unimaginable to us that such a violent and deranged man was able to enter the lobby, elevator, and ultimately, the residential floors of the Icon Residences,' he said. 'I chose to stay at this well-known building because of my expectation of safety and security. I look forward to the Miami Police Department's findings for the closure our family so desperately needs.' Dozens have shared support for Dominic, a rising senior at Miami Beach High who aspired to attend the University of Florida and one day own a business. He's been characterized as a model student and a loving kid. Dominic had just finished his junior year at Miami Beach Senior High School, where he participated in debate and was on the golf team. READ MORE: Teen killed in Brickell stabbing remembered as model student, a friend full of life In the statement, Jon said he was thankful for the love shown to his son and family. 'On behalf of my family, we want to thank all of you for your outpouring of love and support,' he said. 'Right now is the time for my family to heal and mend as we make funeral arrangements. We are shattered by the loss of Dominic, but we will be strong and will come together with God's help.'
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Yahoo
Former NFL star Antonio Brown wanted on attempted murder charge in Miami
Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown is wanted on an attempted murder charge in Miami, according to an arrest warrant. The warrant, signed by a judge Wednesday and provided by the Miami-Dade State Attorney's Office, lists the charges as attempted second degree murder with a $10,000 bond. The Miami Police Department confirmed Friday that Brown has not yet surrendered to authorities. Brown did not immediately respond to an NBC News request for comment. It is not clear if he has a lawyer. The charge stems from a May 16 incident outside of an amateur boxing event in the Little Haiti neighborhood of Miami, where videos circulating online appeared to show Brown in a melee where gunshots could be heard. According to the warrant for Brown's arrest, Florida Highway Patrol officers were working off-duty as security for the boxing event when several people approached a lieutenant with reports of hearing gunshots outside. Multiple witnesses identified Brown as the shooter, the warrant states, who was patted down and detained. Brown, 36, was not armed at the time. The former Tampa Bay Buccaneers wideout then posted on X the next morning, stating he was not arrested and was the victim in the attack. 'I was jumped by multiple individuals who tried to steal my jewelry and cause physical harm to me. Contrary to some video circulating, Police temporarily detained me until they received my side of the story and then released me,' Brown wrote. But after reviewing security footage the following day, officers identified Brown as punching another man, sparking three other individuals to join the fight, according to the warrant. The footage then allegedly showed Brown taking the firearm of a security officer and approaching the man he had punched. Cell phone video captured two shots fired, with the man Brown attacked "ducking" after the first shot was heard, the warrant states. During their investigation, officers found two spent shell casings and an empty firearm holster at the scene. In an interview with authorities, the man who was allegedly attacked stated he had known Brown since 2022 and positively identified him as the person who shot at him, grazing his neck, according to the warrant. The man had visible injuries and was treated at the hospital the night of the incident. The 36-year-old Brown has faced multiple run-ins with authorities over the years and throughout his 12-year career in the NFL, much of which was spent with the Pittsburgh Steelers following his 2010 draft. Brown was released from the New England Patriots after one game in 2019 amid sexual assault allegations made by a former trainer, a lawsuit that was ultimately settled in 2021. Brown denied the allegations. Brown was then signed by the Buccaneers, where he played for two seasons, during which he faced a three-game suspension for faking his Covid-19 vaccination status. His life off the field continued to stir controversy as Brown landed himself on probation for attacking a truck driver in Hollywood, Florida in 2020. In late 2021, Brown ended his NFL career in a dramatic fashion, puling off his jersey and walking off the field at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey before the end of Tampa Bay's game against the New York Jets. This article was originally published on
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Yahoo
Florida Amber Alert issued for Ryan Figueroa. His mother abducted him, police say
A parental abduction on Thursday night triggered an Amber Alert after a mother kidnapped her 6-year-old son in Little Havana, police say. Ryan Figueroa, 6, was last seen in the 1300 block of Southwest First Street, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement said. Officials note he is with his mother, 34-year-old Ismari Figueroa Leon, in a 2012 black Chevy Equinox with license plate number RUZG29. He was wearing a white polo shirt and black joggers, while Ismari was wearing a black jumper. Ryan is 3 feet 5 inches tall, about 70 to 80 pounds and has brown hair and eyes. Ismari is 5 feet 8 inches and has multiple tattoos. Anyone with information is asked to call 911 or the Miami Police Department at 305-579-6111.
