Man on Illegal Scooter Accused of Intentionally Striking Miami Beach Officer

Officer Injured During Enforcement Stop

• 👮 Miami Beach Officer Julio Blanco sustained a fractured elbow after allegedly being intentionally struck by a man on an electric scooter.
• 💡 The incident occurred near 71st Street on the beachwalk, an area where electric scooters are prohibited.
• ⚠️ The officer described the suspect, Noah Alouch, as seeing him on the ground but choosing to flee instead of rendering aid.

Suspect's Alleged Actions and Evasion

• ⚡ Alouch was reportedly riding an illegal, off-road electric scooter capable of speeds up to 60 mph, significantly faster than legal models.
• 💨 Following the alleged collision, Alouch is accused of leading police on a chase, speeding for several blocks and weaving between vehicles.
• 🚓 Police apprehended Alouch on a dead-end street where he allegedly resisted arrest, requiring officers to use a taser twice.

Legal Ramifications and Bail

• ⚖️ Alouch, 29, faces serious charges including aggravated battery on a law enforcement officer, fleeing and eluding, and resisting without violence.
• ✈️ The prosecution argued Alouch is a flight risk, citing his Instagram handle "Nomadic Noah" and documentation of world travels.
• 💰 A felony bond court judge set Alouch's bond at $20,500.
• 🎓 Alouch's legal counsel stated he is a graduate student at the University of Miami.