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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 18, 2026Miami-Dade

Florida Highway Patrol arrests driver following high-speed chase and multiple crashes on I-95

A 35-year-old driver was arrested Monday after allegedly fleeing a traffic stop, reaching speeds over 90 mph, and crashing into multiple vehicles in Miami Gardens. The suspect, Joel Espinosa, faces charges including fleeing and eluding and driving with a suspended license.

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Why It Matters

The incident resulted in multiple vehicle collisions and a police pursuit on a major interstate, impacting traffic flow and public safety in the Miami Gardens area.

Key Facts

  • Joel Espinosa, 35, was arrested following a pursuit on I-95 on Monday.
  • The suspect reached speeds exceeding 90 mph during the incident.
  • The suspect faces one count of fleeing or eluding while causing aggravated injury or death.
  • The suspect faces one count of driving with a suspended license.
  • The suspect faces two counts of leaving the scene of a crash with no serious injury.
  • The suspect crashed into multiple vehicles, including a pickup truck and a white vehicle.
  • The suspect attempted to flee on foot after a head-on collision.
  • A trooper deployed a Taser to subdue the suspect after he failed to comply with orders.
  • The suspect was treated at a hospital before being booked at the Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center.
  • As of Tuesday, the suspect remained in custody with bond to be set.

Who's Mentioned

locationTurner Guilford Knight Correctional Center“The facility where the suspect was booked.”locationU.S. 441“Location of the entrance ramp involved in the pursuit.”locationIves Dairy Road“Area near where the initial traffic violation was spotted.”organizationFlorida Highway Patrol“The law enforcement agency that conducted the traffic stop and arrest.”locationInterstate 95“The location where the pursuit and crashes occurred.”personJoel Espinosa“The driver arrested following the incident.”