Doral Police
Coverage of Doral Police in the Nexus archive.
- Driver arrested in alleged hit-and-run that seriously injured 3 during Miami street takeover
A 20-year-old man was arrested in Miami for allegedly fleeing a crash during an illegal street takeover that seriously injured three pedestrians. Anthony Brandon Lamelas was identified through surveillance footage and other evidence as the driver of a Ford Expedition that struck multiple victims before fleeing the scene. He faces two counts of leaving the scene of a crash involving serious injury and was set a $50,000 bond.
- Car smashes through Doral pet grooming shop, no injuries reported
A driver accidentally crashed into Leslye Pet Grooming in Doral while attempting to park, causing significant damage to the shop. The business owner confirmed no animals or people were harmed, and police notified him of the incident. The vehicle was later towed from the scene.
- Man accused of peeing outside Doral bank ends up in struggle with officer, police say
A 40-year-old man was arrested in Doral after allegedly urinating in public outside a bank, fleeing into traffic, and resisting arrest during a confrontation with police. The suspect, Alex Rodriguez, struggled with an officer on the roadway, and the driver of his Dodge Charger, Alexander Royero, fled but was later arrested.
- Venezuelan telenovela actor arrested after police say he exposed himself near children’s playground in Doral
A Venezuelan telenovela actor was arrested after police alleged he exposed himself in a vehicle at Doral Park Country Club, near a children's playground. Franklin Jose Virgüez Dun, 72, was charged with misdemeanor indecent exposure following a witness's report and video evidence.
- Doral mother charged after child found alone, searching for food, police say
A Doral mother was arrested after her 11-year-old son was found alone in an apartment complex, having been left unattended overnight. The child reported being frequently left alone, living in poor conditions with little food, and sharing meals with the family dog, which was also confined without food. The mother faces charges of child neglect and animal cruelty, and both children were taken to a hospital for evaluation.
- Matthew Castillo sworn in as new Doral Police chief, promises to improve public safety
Matthew Castillo was sworn in as the new Doral Police chief, succeeding Edwin Lopez, who became the City of Miami police chief. Castillo emphasized improving public safety and community engagement.
- Edwin Lopez sworn in as new Miami Police chief, pledges to lead from the front in new role
Edwin Lopez was sworn in as the new Miami Police Chief at the Adrienne Arsht Center. He replaces outgoing Chief Manny Morales and emphasized his commitment to leading from the front. Lopez previously led Doral Police and served with Miami-Dade Schools Police for 25 years.
- Man, woman and 2 girls found dead inside Doral Isles home, police say
Four people, including two girls, were found dead inside a home in Doral Isles, prompting a homicide investigation. Police and paramedics responded to a welfare check but pronounced all four deceased at the scene. The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Homicide Bureau is leading the investigation.