Man Facing Murder Charge After Stabbing Person on Trolley in Miami: Police

Arrest Made in Deadly Stabbing Incident

Lamont Collins, 46, has been charged with second-degree murder with a weapon in connection with a fatal stabbing that occurred on a trolley in Miami.

Details of the Incident

According to Miami Police, officers and fire rescue arrived at the scene at Biscayne Boulevard and Northeast 29th Street after receiving reports of a stabbing. Upon arrival, they found a victim covered in blood on the street next to the trolley. The victim, identified as 49-year-old Adolf Bailey Bruce, was transported to Jackson Memorial Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries.

Surveillance Video Reveals Events Leading Up to Stabbing

During their investigation, officers gathered surveillance video from inside the trolley that showed Collins standing next to the exits, while Bruce was seen walking from the back of the trolley to the front. As Bruce walked to the front, Collins noticed him and started yelling at him to back off. The two got into an argument, and Collins pulled out a knife, prompting the trolley driver to park the vehicle in the middle of the road and try to deescalate the situation.

Argument Escalates into Violence

The surveillance video showed Collins screaming “I’m not a coward. I’d rather die than go to jail.” As the two continued to argue, Bruce got upset and yelled “Let’s Go, Let’s go,” and got close to Collins. They put their hands on each other, and Collins pulled out his knife and started stabbing Bruce. Bruce backed away from Collins, and the two ended up in the back of the trolley, where Collins continued to stab Bruce’s neck several times.

Collins Flees the Scene, But Is Apprehended Shortly After

Once the trolley’s doors opened, Collins ran away but was apprehended shortly after. The report stated that Collins was seen running away from the scene, but was quickly caught by police.

Conclusion

Lamont Collins is facing a murder charge in connection with the fatal stabbing of Adolf Bailey Bruce on a Miami trolley. The incident highlights the importance of deescalation techniques and the need for quick action in emergency situations.

FAQs

* What was the motive behind the stabbing?
+ The motive behind the stabbing is still unclear and is being investigated by the Miami Police Department.
* Was the trolley driver injured during the incident?
+ No, the trolley driver was not injured during the incident.
* How did the police apprehend Collins?
+ Collins was apprehended shortly after fleeing the scene.
* What is the current status of Collins’ case?
+ Collins is facing a murder charge and is being held in custody pending further investigation and prosecution.