What started as a burglary call in northwest Miami-Dade early Friday ended with a mangled pile of metal, an overturned car, and several people loaded into ambulances after a chaotic multi-vehicle crash. Chopper footage and bystander video captured deputies and EMTs swarming the intersection as traffic stacked up in every direction. Deputies detained multiple people at the scene after the pursuit came to a violent stop.
Crash Tied To Burglary Suspect Pursuit, Officials Say
Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office deputies said the wreck began as a pursuit of a burglary suspect, according to CBS Miami. The station's video shows the fleeing vehicle slamming into other cars, then flipping onto its roof as the chase abruptly ended. Paramedics can be seen rushing in and loading injured people into ambulances, while several subjects are taken into custody and detectives lock down the scene for an ongoing investigation.
Rollover And Rescue Caught On Video
The full clip on YouTube captures the final seconds of the chase and the immediate aftermath, including the dramatic rollover and emergency crews working to stabilize the wounded. Spot On Florida reposted the footage along with the station's summary in a short roundup. Neighbors told reporters they heard a loud crash, then saw deputies move in and make arrests as sirens filled the block.
Deputies Tight-Lipped As Probe Continues
MDSO officials have not released the names of those detained or specifics on the injuries, and the sheriff's office has not yet announced any charges, CBS Miami reported. Detectives have asked anyone with video or information about the pursuit or crash to contact the department as the investigation moves forward.
