Miami, FL
Brave Florida teen fights off NY creep who tried to abduct her: ‘I started punching’
A brave 16-year-old unleashed a barrage of punches and kicks to fight off a creep from New York who tried to abduct her early Thursday morning in South Miami.
The teen was walking with her friends in a suburban neighborhood just after midnight when Brian Gamboa, 32, pulled up to her in his vehicle and tried to force her into his car, according to reports.
“A guy came out of the car, he approached me and started attacking me by my shoulders and the back of my head,” the teen told CBS News Miami. “I fought back – I threw my phone at him, I started kicking him, I started screaming, I started punching him.”
Gamboa allegedly tried to overpower the girl and pushed her to the ground, but she fought back.
“I dragged him down with me,” she added. “Then I kicked him in the crotch and the head and ran off. I screamed for help at a neighbor’s door.”
The teen, identified as a 16-year-old named Valerie, said that Gamboa appeared “drunk” and was “really wobbly,” according to WSVN.
The teen escaped and called the police immediately but Gamboa wasn’t spotted until a few hours later after he was involved in a hit-and-run crash outside of a South Miami restaurant.
Miami-Dade police arrested Gamboa Tuesday on charges of attempted kidnapping and battery of a child. Gamboa’s bond was set at $30,000 and was placed under house arrest.
Gamboa appeared in his mugshot with fresh scratches on his face and a major gash on his forehead after the teen’s fierce fight.
Police said that Gamboa, who was originally from New York but living in Miami, had prior offenses including possession of marijuana and driving with a suspended license, CBS reported.
Gamboa had a warrant out for leaving the scene of an accident with property damage, police records show.
First-degree kidnapping in Florida carries a prison sentence of up to 30 years and a $10,000 fine.
“It was really scary. I’m OK, except the fact that my knee is messed up,” Valerie told WSNV. “Like, I’m OK. I got pretty lucky; like, it could have been way worse for me. I didn’t want to have a story like that. I didn’t want to have his impact on my life like that, so I was just fighting.”
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office is honoring the life and service of one of its own – Deputy Devin Jaramillo.
The 27-year-old deputy, who is lovingly remembered as a homegrown hero, partner, brother and son, was fatally shot by a suspect on Nov. 7 near Kendall.
A procession will begin at 6 a.m.on Tuesday, beginning at the Caballero Rivero Woodlawn funeral home, to a private mass. The memorial service for Jaramillo will begin at 10 a.m. at LoanDepot Park, located at 501 Marlins Way.
How the fatal shooting of Jaramillo unfolded
According to investigators, Jaramillo responded to a minor crash close to the Enterprise Rent-A-Car in the 12000 block of Southwest 128th Street, near Kendall.
A source told CBS News Miami that the crash suspect, identified as 21-year-old Steven Rustrian, hit a vehicle, failed to stop and pulled into a parking space between two other vehicles in an attempt to hide after police were called.
Before Jaramillo arrived, Rustrian allegedly swapped seats with his partner.
Witnesses told Jaramillo about the incident and when he confronted Rustrian about the crash, Rustrian got out of his vehicle and started arguing with Jaramillo.
Surveillance video captured the moment the fight escalated, showing Jaramillo and Rustrian involved in a physical altercation. Video shows during the scuffle, Rustrian got a hold of Jaramillo’s service weapon and shot him several times.
After fatally wounding Jaramillo, Rustrian retreated back to his vehicle and killed himself with the deputy’s gun, officials confirmed.
A community in mourning
Local, state and federal law enforcement have shared their condolences with Jaramillo’s family since he was killed.
“What happened to our deputy was not OK,” Miami-Dade Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz said. She said she prays that they find a way for incidents like this one to never happen again.
“I want to tell you that behind this uniform, we are human beings,” said Cordero-Stutz.
South Florida PBA President Steadman Stahl said being a police officer was in Jaramillo’s blood. His father also worked for the department.
“I was at his graduation. I’ve known him before he got into law enforcement,” Stahl said.
“Deputy Jaramillo’s killing is a stark reminder of the dangers faced by every individual who wears the badge and the sacrifices these officers make to protect this community,” Miami-Dade County State’s Attorney Katherine Fernandez Rundle said in a statement.”His family is in my prayers.”
Governor Ron DeSantis posted on X that he and First Lady Casey DeSantis are heartbroken over the deputy’s death.
The influencer, known for stunt videos, was arrested Nov. 15 after police say he disrupted traffic.
Jack Doherty arrested in Miami Beach, FL, while filming video
YouTuber Jack Doherty arrested in Miami Beach for blocking traffic while filming and charged with drug possession.
A popular YouTuber known for prank and stunt videos was arrested in Miami after he was found disrupting traffic to film content for his social media channel, police said.
Jack Doherty, 22, was taken into custody around 3:12 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 15, after he intentionally stepped into traffic and blocked the roadway, according to a news release from the Miami Beach Police Department.
“Despite multiple lawful commands to clear the roadway, Doherty refused to comply, responding, ‘Once I’m done with this bet!’” police said in the post.
Body camera footage obtained by USA TODAY showed officers handcuffing Doherty on a palm-tree-lined street while other young people filmed.
The officers went through Doherty’s pockets and pulled out what they believed was an amphetamine and cannabis.
Jack Doherty facing several charges
Doherty, who has more than 15 million YouTube followers and more than 10 million TikTok followers, was charged with possession of a controlled substance, possession of 20 grams or less of marijuana, and resisting an officer without violence.
According to local reports, Doherty was released on bond the night of his arrest. Speaking to NBC 6, the content creator said, “That was the worst 24 hours ever,” adding that the incident happened because he took too long to cross the street.
“There was no traffic. It was three in the morning,” he told the outlet. “I think they just wanted to lock me up, but fair enough, learned my lesson.”
Doherty posted videos online about his arrest
Doherty posted a video on social media Nov. 16, showing he was released from jail.
In the video, Doherty poses with people he said he met in jail.
He has also made several follow-up videos poking fun at his arrest, including one where he is standing behind a black railing using the song “Locked Up” by Akon.
An arraignment hearing, or the initial court appearance where Doherty will enter a plea, is scheduled for Jan. 14, 2026.
“MBPD remains committed to maintaining public safety and order throughout the city,” police said in the news release.
“Our officers will continue to take proactive enforcement action against behavior that endangers motorists, residents, or visitors—and will hold all individuals accountable under the law, regardless of their celebrity status.”
USA TODAY reached out to representatives for Doherty on Nov. 16, but did not receive an immediate response.
Karissa Waddick, a reporter on USA TODAY’s Nation Desk, can be reached at kwaddick@usatoday.com.
Taylor Ardrey is a news reporter for USA TODAY’s trending team. You can reach her at tardrey@gannett.com.
Josh Flagg
Selling $10 Million Miami Home in Billionaires’ Row
Published
Josh Flagg is cashing in on Miami heat … listing his $10 million estate directly across from The Beckham’s $72.3 million compound … TMZ has learned.
The “Million Dollar Listing” star listed the place ten days ago … a Mediterranean-style estate he gutted and rebuilt with BuiltIN Studio’s Gary Eisner. The 4,000 square foot home on a 10,000 square foot lot features 4 beds, 5 baths, vaulted ceilings, custom steel doors, serious security, and a detached pool house with a sauna and cold plunge.
Josh Flagg
Josh tells TMZ … the home has been rebuilt from the ground up … essentially a brand new house. He says construction is in the final stretch and the buyer will be able to move in within about sixty days.
The property is owned by Flagg Family Capital, the family’s private real estate investment arm, in partnership with Carolwood LP. Headed by Adam Rubin and Andrew Shanfeld.
He says the timing was intentional, saying … “The minute New York elected Mandahmi, I called my broker Jordan Karp. I didn’t even wait for the acceptance speech.” Karp listed the property and his phone’s been blowing up ever since.
North Bay Road, often called the Fifth Avenue of Miami Beach, remains one of the most coveted streets in the country. Flagg’s estate has been completely rebuilt, a rarity in a neighborhood where many homes still date back to the 1930s.
North Bay Road, nicknamed “Billionaires’ Row.” counts David and Victoria Beckham, Michael Bay, Barry Diller and the Von Furstenberg family, and Steve Witkoff among its heavyweight residents with sales regularly topping $70 to $100 million.
Flagg says the Miami rush is predictable. One politician says they’ll “make the rich pay,” and planes at Teterboro start fueling up faster than the Bergdorf sale,” he jokes. “A week later, everyone from Manhattan claims they ‘escaped New York,’ like they tunneled out of Shawshank with a Birkin.”
Josh also bought a place in East Hampton and a commercial building in downtown Manhattan. “I love New York — it’s home half the month,” he says. “I’m just doing business. And I can’t say I’m leaving Miami … I’ve never even spent a night there.”
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