A Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office deputy was placed in danger Sunday afternoon after a driver collided with the officer's cruiser and fled the scene in a hit‑and‑run crash in northwest Miami‑Dade. The incident occurred at 14:56:44 UTC on September 13, 2026.
According to the sheriff’s office, the driver struck the law‑enforcement vehicle and then left without stopping. The impact caused damage to the cruiser and exposed the deputy to potential harm until additional backup arrived. Emergency responders were dispatched to the location following the collision, and the deputy’s condition was not immediately released.
The Miami‑Dade Sheriff's Office has opened an investigation into the hit‑and‑run. Officers are reviewing available evidence, including any traffic‑camera footage and witness statements, to identify the driver. The department’s traffic‑incident unit handles cases involving its personnel, following established procedures for incidents that endanger officers.
The investigation remains ongoing, and no arrests have been reported as of the time of writing. Authorities have indicated that they will continue to pursue leads in order to locate the individual responsible for the crash. The sheriff’s office routinely documents such incidents to maintain accountability and to protect the safety of its deputies.