Miami Beach Police Opens Internal Affairs Investigation After City Worker Runs Over Beachgoer
Accident Occurs on South Beach Sand
A 59-year-old man was run over by a Miami Beach Ocean Rescue employee driving a city vehicle on the South Beach Sand behind the Fourth Street lifeguard tower, according to authorities. The incident occurred around 11:30 a.m. on Sunday.
Witness Captures Scene on Cellphone Video
Cellphone video obtained exclusively by 7News shows the aftermath of the accident, where the injured man is being treated by Miami Beach Ocean Rescue personnel.
Incident Under Review by Miami Beach Police Department
An investigation is underway, with the Miami Beach Police Department’s Office of Internal Affairs reviewing the incident. Miami Beach Police responded to the accident location and cited the employee, Kevin Stockhausen, with careless driving with serious injuries.
Employee Placed on Administrative Duty
According to the City of Miami Beach, Mr. Stockhausen has been placed on administrative duty pending the outcome of the investigation.
Previous Incidents on Miami Beach
This is not the first time a incident has occurred on Miami Beach involving a city worker or police officer. In 2003, a police officer ran over two French women on the beach, resulting in the death of one woman and critical injuries to the other. In 2011, another incident occurred where an officer took a bachelorette partygoer on a drunken joyride, resulting in the injury of two people and the arrest of the officer.
City of Miami Beach Release Statement
The City of Miami Beach released a statement regarding the incident, confirming that a Miami Beach Ocean Rescue employee driving a city vehicle was involved in an accident with a male beachgoer on Sunday at approximately 11:50 a.m. The individual was transported to Jackson Memorial Hospital Ryder Trauma Center in stable condition.
Conclusion
The incident on Miami Beach highlights the need for increased vigilance and responsible behavior from city workers and police officers. The outcome of the investigation will play a crucial role in determining the severity of the employee’s actions and any possible consequences.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happened during the accident?
A: A 59-year-old man was run over by a Miami Beach Ocean Rescue employee driving a city vehicle on the South Beach Sand.
Q: Who was involved in the accident?
A: The employee involved in the accident was Kevin Stockhausen, a Miami Beach Ocean Rescue employee.
Q: What charges was the employee cited with?
A: The employee was cited with careless driving with serious injuries.
Q: What happened to the employee after the accident?
A: Mr. Stockhausen has been placed on administrative duty pending the outcome of the investigation.
