NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – Noticias LocalesAugust 2, 2026Miami-Dade
Miami-Dade Police arrest driver following hit-and-run incident in Southwest Miami-Dade
A 74-year-old woman is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle while opening her gate early Sunday morning. Authorities have arrested a male suspect in connection with the incident, which occurred at 15360 SW 295th Street.
Read the full story at Telemundo 51 Miami – Noticias LocalesWhy It Matters
A local resident was critically injured in a traffic incident, leading to an ongoing police investigation and the arrest of a suspect.
Key Facts
- A 74-year-old woman, identified as Geraldine Byrd, was struck by a vehicle at 15360 SW 295th Street.
- The incident occurred at approximately 2:28 a.m. on Sunday.
- The victim was transported by helicopter to Jackson South Medical Center in critical condition.
- A male suspect has been arrested by the Miami-Dade County Sheriff's Office.
- The incident occurred while the victim was attempting to open the gate to her home after returning from the Miccosukee Casino.
- The identity of the arrested suspect and the specific charges have not yet been released by authorities.
Who's Mentioned
personGeraldine Byrd“The 74-year-old victim of the traffic accident.”organizationMiami-Dade County Sheriff's Office“The law enforcement agency investigating the incident.”location15360 SW 295th Street“The location of the incident.”other74“The age of the victim.”organizationTelemundo 51“The news outlet reporting the incident.”locationJackson South Medical Center“The hospital where the victim was transported.”