Incident Overview
A man was arrested on Saturday after he ended up in a canal in Miami Springs following a brief police pursuit.
Jandier Arrieta, 31, is facing several charges, including aggravated assault of a police officer, resisting an officer with violence and two counts of throwing a deadly missile.
Arrest and Charges
He appeared in court on Sunday.
Jandier Arrieta
According to Miami Springs Police Chief Mathew Castillo, officers confronted Arrieta after he was acting erratically near North Royal Poinciana and Crane Avenue.
Events Leading to Arrest
Police said Arrieta was throwing rocks at a street sign and then started throwing metal train track spikes at an officer’s cruiser.
Arrieta jumped into a canal.
Police pursued him with a helicopter for hours and were finally able to convince him to come back to shore.
Arrieta, police said, was armed with some type of weapon and they used a K-9 to finally get him into custody.
Current Status
He remains at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center until he posts bond.
Conclusion
The incident highlights the importance of swift and effective policing in maintaining public safety. The use of a helicopter and K-9 unit demonstrates the resources available to law enforcement to handle such situations.
FAQs
What were the charges against Jandier Arrieta?
Jandier Arrieta is facing several charges, including aggravated assault of a police officer, resisting an officer with violence, and two counts of throwing a deadly missile.
How was Arrieta finally apprehended?
Arrieta was finally apprehended after a K-9 unit was used to get him into custody.
Where is Arrieta currently being held?
Arrieta remains at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center until he posts bond.
