Fisher Island

Michael Simpson, who was charged with attempted second-degree murder for allegedly shutting off a juvenile diver's oxygen supply while lobster diving off Fisher Island, claims the charges are a 'complete misunderstanding.' He disputes the accusers’ version of events and suggests the recorded incident actually shows another diver tugging the rope attached to the breathing device during an altercation. Simpson contends that his group was reacting to accusations from a combative group who were territorial over their diving spot.

A confrontation over a lobster diving spot off Florida allegedly escalated when Michael Joseph Simpson was accused of intentionally shutting off an 18-year-old diver's air supply, leading to attempted murder charges. The incident occurred near Fisher Island during the annual mini season. Simpson later voluntarily surrendered and strongly denied the allegations in a statement.

Michael Simpson, a 51-year-old South Florida man, faces a felony attempted murder charge after allegedly shutting off a juvenile lobster diver’s oxygen supply underwater. Simpson’s attorney claims innocence and states the state may pursue a different charge, while Simpson was granted $10,000 bail and is expected to be released.

A man was charged with attempted murder in West Miami-Dade after allegedly disabling a lobster diver's oxygen system during an argument over a diving location. The diver was rescued without injury.

Miami-Dade County commissioners voted 12-1 to initiate an expropriation process to acquire nearly 10 acres in Fisher Island for a fuel facility serving PortMiami. The vote followed concerns about the aging infrastructure and cost comparisons between modernizing the site versus building anew. Legal negotiations and a federal case involving Fisher Island and developers remain ongoing.

Miami-Dade County commissioners voted 12-1 to use eminent domain to acquire nearly 10 acres on Fisher Island for a fuel facility supplying PortMiami. Commissioner Raquel Regalado opposed the move, citing concerns about inheriting an aging infrastructure, while others argued upgrading the site is more cost-effective. The decision follows unsuccessful negotiations and will trigger a 30-day statutory negotiation period with property owners.

Miami-Dade County plans to use eminent domain to acquire the Fisher Island fuel depot after negotiations to purchase the property broke down. The facility, which supplies PortMiami, has faced lawsuits and disputes over its future, with the county aiming to ensure a reliable fuel supply.

Miami-Dade County is using eminent domain to acquire a fuel tank facility on Fisher Island from developer HRP, which purchased the property for $180 million but now demands $400 million. The county claims the facility is critical for PortMiami's operations, while HRP attributes the dispute to the county's failure to plan infrastructure. The controversy led to the removal of several high-ranking county officials.

Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava announced resignations of County COO Jimmy Morales and PortMiami Director Hydi Webb amid a lawsuit by Fisher Island residents opposing the sale of a fuel depot. Residents argue the sale violates a prior agreement and claim the county's eminent domain threat is unconstitutional, with a separate federal lawsuit ongoing. Roy Coley was promoted to deputy mayor, and Frederick Wong will serve as PortMiami's interim director.

Miami-Dade county officials agreed to pay HRP Group over double the price for land on Fisher Island to protect a fuel depot used by the cruise industry. HRP Group won a bidding war for the property, purchasing it for $180m and planning $2bn condominium towers.

Miami-Dade county officials agreed to pay HRP Group over double the price for land on Fisher Island to protect a fuel depot used by the cruise industry. The Chicago-based HRP Group purchased the property for $180m in late September 2023, planning to develop $2bn in condominium towers.