Third Arrest Made in Miami-Dade Street Takeover Series, Hit-and-Run Incident
Miami-Dade authorities have made a third arrest in connection with a series of illegal street takeovers, including a hit-and-run incident on July 5 that left three pedestrians seriously injured. The latest arrest, of 20-year-old Anthony Brandon Lamelas, is linked to…
Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, August 4, 2026 —
Miami-Dade authorities have announced a third arrest in connection with a string of illegal street takeover incidents, including a July 5 hit-and-run that resulted in serious injuries to three pedestrians.
The latest individual apprehended is 20-year-old Anthony Brandon Lamelas. According to officials, Lamelas is connected to a street takeover event that occurred in the Gladview neighborhood. During this event, fleeing vehicles struck pedestrians.
Lamelas has been charged with leaving the scene of a crash involving serious bodily injury. The arrest marks a further development in the ongoing investigation into the coordinated street takeover activities that have impacted the Miami-Dade area.
The incident on July 5, which preceded Lamelas’s arrest, involved multiple vehicles and resulted in three individuals sustaining severe injuries. The circumstances surrounding the hit-and-run are under continued investigation by local law enforcement agencies.
Authorities have stated that the investigation is active and ongoing, with further information to be released as it becomes available. The arrests are part of an effort to curb illegal street racing and takeover events that pose significant risks to public safety.
Story summarized from the original created by Ryan Mackey on www.local10.com, see more information here.
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