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NewsTelemundo 51 Miami – MainAugust 2, 2026Miami-Dade

Miami-Dade police arrest driver following hit-and-run incident on SW 295th Street

A 74-year-old woman is in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle while opening her gate in southwest Miami-Dade early Sunday morning. Authorities have arrested one male suspect in connection with the incident, which occurred at 15360 SW 295th Street.

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Why 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 while opening her home gate.
  • The incident occurred at 15360 SW 295th Street in southwest Miami-Dade.
  • Police were dispatched to the scene at approximately 2:28 a.m. on Sunday.
  • The victim was transported by helicopter to Jackson South Medical Center in critical condition.
  • One male suspect has been arrested by the Miami-Dade County Sheriff's Office.
  • The identity of the 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.”