North Miami Beach Police Shoot Man with Knife After Hoax Stabbing Call

Officer-Involved Shooting After Hoax Call

• 🎯 A man, identified as 21-year-old Roosevelt Joseph, was shot by a North Miami Beach police officer.
• 📞 The incident began with a hoax stabbing call received by police around 9:40 AM on Saturday.
• ⚠️ Upon arrival, officers did not find a victim but encountered a man, Joseph, armed with a knife.

Suspect's Actions and Police Response

• 🗣️ Officers issued several verbal commands for Joseph to drop the knife.
• ⚡ Joseph refused to comply and subsequently charged at the officers.
• 💥 In response to the charge, officers opened fire, shooting Joseph.

Investigation and Suspect's Background

• 🔍 Investigators believe the call may have been bogus, possibly placed by the suspect himself, suggesting a potential desire for a police encounter.
• ❓ The father of the suspect is questioning the events and whether his son made the initial 911 call.
• 🧠 Joseph's father stated his son has a mental condition and believes the situation could have been handled differently.

Current Status and Pending Charges

• 🏥 Roosevelt Joseph was hospitalized, underwent surgery, and is reported to be in stable condition.
• ⚖️ Police indicate that charges are pending against the 21-year-old.
• 🕵️ The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is investigating the incident.