South Miami police are asking residents to help track down a man they describe as a serial burglar with a lengthy criminal history, and they want neighbors to start by checking their own cameras. On Thursday, the department released a short video of the suspect and said detectives are reviewing surveillance footage from recent incidents to chase down new leads. Residents were urged to look over doorbell and home security recordings and report anything suspicious to investigators.
Police release video and description
According to CBS News Miami, South Miami police say the man has a long rap sheet that includes past arrests and convictions and may be tied to multiple break ins across the area. Detectives are asking anyone who recognizes him from the released footage to contact them, and they are also asking that residents hold on to any surveillance clips that might show the suspect before, during, or after a crime.
A pattern of repeat offenders
Local coverage has highlighted a pattern of repeat offender burglary cases across South Florida in recent years, with suspects linked to strings of break ins and multiple court appearances in 2024 and 2025. Reporting by Local 10 has documented instances where a single person was connected to numerous burglaries across Miami Dade and nearby cities. That track record of serial cases is part of why detectives are pushing people to scan their doorbell, driveway, and garage camera footage for any possible match to the man in the latest South Miami video.
How to pass along tips
Anyone with information is asked to contact South Miami police or Miami Dade Crime Stoppers. Tips may be submitted anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 305 471 TIPS (8477) or through its website. Per Crime Stoppers Miami Dade, residents can also use the P3 app or the online form to upload video clips or photos that might help investigators.
Precautions for neighbors
Police are reminding residents to take basic precautions, including locking doors and vehicles, keeping valuables out of sight, and saving any video that appears to show suspicious activity. Anyone who believes a crime is in progress should call 911 right away. For non emergencies, neighbors are encouraged to contact the South Miami Police Department directly and provide any tips or footage that could assist detectives.
