The Miami‑Dade Sheriff’s Office announced Wednesday, September 23, 2026, that a man has been formally charged with the theft of a security X‑ray machine from a property located in the Glenvar Heights neighborhood of Miami‑Dade County, Florida. The charge stems from an investigation that revealed surveillance cameras at the site had been intentionally disconnected, creating an opportunity for the equipment to be removed without detection.
Deputies reviewing the restored footage reported that the video captured the exact moment the X‑ray machine was taken from the premises. The recording shows the cameras going dark shortly before the device is seen being moved out of view, providing a clear visual trail that linked the suspect to the crime.
Using the video evidence, investigators were able to identify the individual involved and secure his apprehension. The formal complaint, filed at 16:48:18 UTC on the same day, lists theft of a security X‑ray machine as the primary allegation. No additional offenses were mentioned in the filing.
Sheriff’s Office representatives noted that the incident highlights the risk posed when monitoring systems are disabled, especially for high‑value security equipment. The investigation remains active, and authorities are continuing to pursue any leads that may explain how the cameras were disabled and whether other assets were affected.
The case is set to proceed through the local judicial system, with the sheriff’s office indicating that further updates will be released as the matter moves through court proceedings.