Man Arrested in Miami for Alleged Hit-and-Run During Illegal Street Takeover
Anthony Brandon Lamelas, a 20-year-old man, has been arrested in Miami for allegedly fleeing the scene of a crash during an illegal street takeover on July 5. The incident, which occurred near Northwest 25th Street and Northwest 75th Avenue, resulted…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, August 4, 2026 —
Miami, FL – A 20-year-old man, Anthony Brandon Lamelas, has been arrested in connection with an alleged hit-and-run incident that occurred during an illegal street takeover on July 5. The event took place in the vicinity of Northwest 25th Street and Northwest 75th Avenue.
Authorities report that the incident resulted in serious injuries to three pedestrians. According to the allegations, Lamelas was driving a black sedan when he struck two women. Subsequently, the vehicle is accused of hitting a man who had attempted to render assistance.
Following the collisions, Lamelas is accused of fleeing the scene of the crash without providing aid to the injured individuals. The arrest of Lamelas is the latest development in the investigation into the July 5 incident.
The street takeover itself is alleged to have involved illegal activity. Details regarding the nature of the street takeover and the specific circumstances leading up to the pedestrians being struck were not fully provided. The investigation into the full scope of the event is ongoing.
Lamelas faces charges related to the alleged incident. The Miami authorities have not provided further details regarding the permit status for any organized events at the location on the date of the incident, nor have they released information about any inspections that may have occurred. The specific sequence of events leading to the pedestrians being in the path of the vehicle is part of the ongoing investigation.
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