MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — New body-camera footage shows the moment a fitness influencer allegedly struck a Miami Beach police officer with a motorcycle before fleeing the scene and later crashing, WPLG reported.
The incident occurred on May 5, according to the report. Officer Anthony Guzman attempted to stop the man after he made an illegal right turn on red while riding with his wife.
The video shows the man initially stopping, then accelerating and knocking the officer to the ground.
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“Ah, f---,” Guzman is heard saying, followed by groans of pain. Bystanders helped the injured officer as he radioed for assistance.
The suspect was located shortly after the incident when his motorcycle crashed on the causeway. His wife was transported to a hospital. The suspect was taken into custody and remains jailed at the Metrowest Detention Center.
He faces multiple charges, including aggravated battery on a law enforcement officer with a deadly weapon. He is also being held on an immigration detainer.
The suspect, who gained a following online for posting videos showcasing feats of strength, is scheduled to appear in court on Aug. 7. His attorneys have argued that he did not intend to strike the officer.
