NewsWSVN 7 MiamiAugust 11, 2026Miami-Dade
Attorney demands release of hospital attack footage as new audio reveals second victim
An attorney representing a nurse attacked at Jackson Memorial Hospital is suing the hospital and the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office to obtain surveillance and bodycam footage of the incident. Newly released audio recordings detail the experience of a second victim, a patient finance staffer, who reported being punched by the suspect, Rubin Wenyou.
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The case highlights ongoing concerns regarding the adequacy of security staffing and emergency response protocols for staff at Jackson Memorial Hospital, as well as the transparency of public records in active litigation.
Key Facts
- An attorney has filed a lawsuit against Jackson Memorial Hospital and the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office to obtain surveillance and bodycam footage.
- Newly obtained audio confirms a second victim, Tisa Wolf, was punched in the arm and shoulder during the incident.
- The suspect, Rubin Wenyou, had initial charges dropped due to a lack of contact with victims but the case was reopened by the Miami-Dade State Attorney’s Office.
- Jackson Memorial Hospital reports having four public safety specialists in the ER 24/7 and two off-duty deputies on campus.
- Senator Barbara Sharief argues that current security staffing is ineffective because personnel are not positioned to respond quickly enough to emergencies.
- The hospital and the Sheriff's Office have declined to comment on the matter due to active litigation.
Who's Mentioned
personTisa Wolf“Patient finance staffer and second victim identified in audio.”other35“Years of experience cited by Senator Sharief.”organizationJackson Memorial Hospital“The hospital where the incident occurred.”personRubin Wenyou“Individual identified as the attacker.”organizationMiami-Dade Sheriff’s Office“Law enforcement agency involved in the lawsuit.”personBarbara Sharief“Democratic State Senator, District 35.”personYanira Eguileor“Registered nurse and victim of the attack.”personMichael Pizzi“Attorney representing Yanira Eguileor.”