Two Miami Police Motormen Injured in Dolphin Expressway Crash
WPLG Local 10January 8, 20264 min2,030 views
6 connectionsยท10 entities in this videoโCrash on Dolphin Expressway
- ๐จ Two Miami police motormen were injured on the Dolphin Expressway on Wednesday morning.
- ๐ฅ They were transported to Jackson Memorial Hospital as a precaution for non-life-threatening injuries to their arms, legs, back, and shoulders.
- ๐ Investigators are exploring whether another vehicle or driver was involved in the incident.
Traffic Impact and Investigation
- ๐ The accident occurred on the 836 at the intersection with Lune.
- ๐ฆ Three lanes of the 836 West were temporarily closed between Lune and Red Road, causing significant impact to morning commuters.
- ๐น Authorities are reviewing Sky 10 video and asking any witnesses or drivers with information or video footage to contact police at 305-479-TIPS.
Police Chief's Statement and Officer Support
- ๐ Miami Police Chief Manny Morales expressed thankfulness that the injured officers are expected to be okay and in good spirits.
- ๐ค The other two motormen traveling with the injured officers provided immediate assistance.
- ๐๏ธ A strong show of support was evident at the hospital, with various law enforcement groups, including Miami police, Miami-Dade Sheriff's deputies, and Florida Highway Patrol, rallying together.
- ๐จโ๐ฉโ๐งโ๐ฆ Motormen are described as a close-knit family, always showing up for each other.
Details on Injured Officers
- ๐ฎ One injured officer is a 10-year veteran, and the other has served for just under 10 years.
- ๐ค The injuries are considered minor, with one officer experiencing a shoulder injury and the other a back injury.
- โ The officers are in very good spirits and may be released the same day.
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