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Caught on camera: Bodycam shows Hialeah mayor pulled over, accused of illegal police light use
By CBS Miami at CBS4 Miami
· July 13, 2026
· 1 min read
Newly released police body camera footage captures the moment Hialeah Mayor Brian Calvo was stopped by Miami police and accused of activating police lights on his vehicle—a third-degree felony for non-officers. Officers cited Calvo for both the improper use of police lights and an improper left turn
Key takeaway Officers cited Calvo for both the improper use of police lights and an improper left turn.
Why this matters in The Miami
The incident involving Hialeah Mayor Brian Calvo raises questions about accountability and the use of police lights by non-officers in Miami-Dade County. As the mayor of a major city in the county, Calvo's actions may be seen as setting a precedent for others in positions of power. The fact that he was stopped by Miami police and cited for the improper use of police lights and an improper left turn suggests that law enforcement is taking a firm stance on this issue. This is particularly relevant in a county where police lights are often used in emergency situations, and their misuse can pose a safety risk to the public. The outcome of this case will be closely watched, especially in neighborhoods like Little Havana and Wynwood, where residents may be concerned about the potential consequences of such actions by public figures.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 13, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Newly released police body camera footage captures the moment Hialeah Mayor Brian Calvo was stopped by Miami police and accused of activating police lights on his vehicle—a third-degree felony for non-officers. Officers cited Calvo for both the improper use of police lights and an improper left turn
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