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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 18, 2026Miami-Dade

Florida Highway Patrol arrests driver after high-speed chase and multiple crashes in Miami Gardens

Joel Espinosa, 35, was arrested after allegedly fleeing a traffic stop, driving over 90 mph, and colliding with multiple vehicles on Interstate 95. He now faces felony charges including fleeing and eluding with aggravated injury and driving with a suspended license.

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Why It Matters

This incident resulted in multiple vehicle collisions and a police pursuit on a major highway, leading to the suspect's detention at the .

Key Facts

  • Joel Espinosa, 35, was arrested following a high-speed pursuit on I-95.
  • The suspect reached speeds exceeding 90 mph during the incident.
  • The suspect faces charges of fleeing and evading causing aggravated injury or death.
  • The suspect faces a charge of driving with a suspended license.
  • The suspect faces two charges of leaving the scene of an accident without serious injury.
  • The suspect was apprehended after being struck by a Taser in the abdomen and rib area.
  • The suspect is currently held at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center.
  • The suspect's bond is currently listed as 'to be determined'.

Who's Mentioned

locationTurner Guilford Knight Correctional Center“The jail where the suspect is being held.”locationU.S. 441“The location near where the suspect was apprehended.”organizationFlorida Highway Patrol“The law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and arrest.”locationInterstate 95“The highway where the pursuit and collisions occurred.”personJoel Espinosa“The 35-year-old suspect arrested following the incident.”