Man Arrested after Punching Employee, Refusing to Pay Bill at Bar in Miami Beach: Police
Michael Nixon, 42, Accused of Spewing Racist Insults and Attacking Employee
Michael Nixon, 42, is facing several charges, including battery with prejudice, defrauding an innkeeper, and disorderly conduct at an establishment, after allegedly spewing racist insults and attacking an employee at a bar in Miami Beach.
Incident Occurred at Norman’s Tavern
According to Miami Beach Police, on Sunday, officers arrived at Norman’s Tavern, located at 6770 Collins Avenue, after receiving reports of a battery. The bar’s manager told officers that Nixon was insulting a bartender and yelling profanities at her.
Nixon’s Behavior Escalates
The arrest report states that the manager approached Nixon and told him to pay his bill and leave, to which Nixon responded, “I won’t pay any [expletive].” Following the exchange, Nixon walked towards the side of the bar and then knocked over a glass cup.
Racist Comments and Physical Altercation
The manager told officers that Nixon refused to pay his bill and said he was going to break more items at the restaurant. He then stood in front of Nixon to prevent him from leaving until officers arrived and to defend his employees. Nixon started to make racist comments towards the manager, saying, “Hola, English [expletive], I live in America. You speak English,” and “[Expletive] Trump is going to deport your [expletive].”
After his tirade, the report said, Nixon reached around the manager and punched an employee in the face. The manager kept his body in front of Nixon to shield his employees. Eventually, the manager decided to let Nixon go free to prevent any more issues, but as he was leaving, Nixon “intentionally struck the victim by forcefully moving his body forward, specifically his left shoulder, towards the victim.”
Manager Intervenes, Nixon Leaves and Returns
After being attacked, the manager punched Nixon in the face, and Nixon left the bar. Nixon’s tab at the bar was $130.81. During their investigation, police reviewed the bar’s surveillance and saw several customers and employees stopping what they were doing and focused their attention on Nixon. Several people at the bar were also seen leaving. When police were speaking with the manager, Nixon returned to the bar and was taken into custody.
Conclusion
Michael Nixon’s behavior at Norman’s Tavern on Sunday was unacceptable and illegal. His racist comments and physical altercations with employees and management will not be tolerated in Miami Beach. We hope that he is held accountable for his actions and that the victims of his violence receive justice.
FAQs
Q: What charges is Michael Nixon facing?
A: Nixon is facing charges of battery with prejudice, defrauding an innkeeper, and disorderly conduct at an establishment.
Q: What happened at Norman’s Tavern on Sunday?
A: Nixon refused to pay his bill and became violent, making racist comments and punching an employee in the face.
Q: Was anyone injured in the altercation?
A: Yes, the employee who was punched in the face was injured.
Q: How much was Nixon’s tab at the bar?
A: Nixon’s tab at the bar was $130.81.
