23-Year-Old Woman Dies After Being Struck by Vehicle in Crash Involving Miami Cop

Introduction to the Incident

One of two women who was walking on a sidewalk when she was struck following a crash involving a Miami Police officer over the weekend has died, authorities said.

Michelle Veronica Salmeron Membreno, 23, has died from her injuries following the crash, Miami Police officials said Monday.

Details of the Crash

According to the Miami Police Department, the incident happened Saturday evening near Northwest Seventh Street and 47th Avenue in Flagami after the officer’s car crashed into another car.
One or both of the vehicles hit Salmeron Membreno and another woman who was on the sidewalk near a bus bench.

Eyewitness Accounts

"The impact was so strong it took away the bench and the ladies on the sidewalk. When we saw it, they were already lying on the floor. I heard it and came to see what everyone was watching," said witness Sergio Velasquez in Spanish.
Salmeron Membreno, the other pedestrian and the officer were all taken to Jackson Memorial Hospital, where Salmeron Membreno died of her injuries.
The other pedestrian and the officer were in stable condition. Their identities haven’t been released.

Aftermath of the Crash

Video showed the frantic moments after the crash as officers gave CPR to someone who was lying on the ground.
"She was on the ground, the bus station was destroyed. Everyone was flocked around, police cars were coming in as fast as they could. It was a nightmare," said witness Joshua Reyes, a clerk at a nearby supermarket.
An investigation into the crash was ongoing.

Current Status

At the scene Monday, debris from the crash remained scattered among the flowers left for Salmeron Membreno.

Conclusion

The incident highlights the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to exercise caution, especially in areas with high pedestrian traffic. The community comes together to mourn the loss of Michelle Veronica Salmeron Membreno and to support the families of those affected by the crash.

FAQs

1. What happened in the incident?
   A crash involving a Miami Police officer resulted in two pedestrians being struck, one of whom, Michelle Veronica Salmeron Membreno, 23, died from her injuries.
2. Where did the incident occur?
   The incident happened near Northwest Seventh Street and 47th Avenue in Flagami.
3. What is the current status of the investigation?
   The investigation into the crash is ongoing.
4. What is the condition of the other pedestrian and the officer?
   The other pedestrian and the officer were in stable condition.
5. How can I stay updated on the incident?
   You can check with local news sources for updates on the investigation and any developments in the case.