Arrest Made After Miami-Dade Deputy Critically Injured in Turnpike Crash

Deputy Injured in Turnpike Crash

• 🚑 A Miami-Dade deputy, identified as Leonard Kave, was critically injured after being struck by a vehicle on Florida's Turnpike.
• 🏥 Deputy Kave was assisting the Florida Highway Patrol with a crash scene near Doral when the incident occurred.
• ✈️ He was airlifted to HCA Florida Kendall Hospital and underwent surgery; he is now recovering and is out of danger.

Suspect Arrested and Charges

• 逮捕 28-year-old Lenel Brinen of Miramar was arrested on Sunday in connection with the crash.
• 🚗 Brinen is accused of driving a Mazda CX-5 and failing to slow down or move over for deputy cruisers with flashing lights, ultimately crashing into Deputy Kave's vehicle.
• ⚖️ Brinen faces charges including reckless driving causing serious bodily injury and knowingly driving on a suspended license.

Suspect's Driving Record and Admitted Substance Use

• 🚫 Investigators revealed that Brinen's driver's license had been suspended five times previously.
• 🍺 Brinen admitted to drinking alcohol and using marijuana before the crash.
• 🔫 A gun was also found in Brinen's car at the time of his arrest.

Law Enforcement Plea for Safety

• ⚠️ The incident highlights the dangers law enforcement deputies face daily, especially at traffic crash scenes.
• 🚗 Authorities are reiterating the importance of drivers slowing down and moving over when passing emergency vehicles and crash sites.