Over the past decade, the Miami Police Department has faced numerous disciplinary actions involving its officers. Notably, Captain Javier Ortiz accumulated over 60 citizen complaints, including 18 related to use of force, leading to multiple suspensions and eventual termination. Officer Danny Torres faced six suspensions between 2014 and 2019 for various policy violations, including improper use of force. The department has also been involved in high-profile incidents, such as the forceful detention of Miami Dolphins receiver Tyreek Hill in 2024, which led to internal investigations and administrative reassignments. These patterns highlight ongoing challenges within the department regarding officer conduct, use-of-force incidents, and internal accountability measures.
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