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Cellphone video shows child falling from 3-story North Miami Beach apartment building
By CBS Miami at CBS4 Miami
· July 9, 2026
· 1 min read
North Miami Beach police said they were called to investigate a report of an injured juvenile in the 2100 block of Northeast 169th Street, and when they arrived, they found her conscious and alert and was taken to a hospital.
Why this matters in The Miami
The incident in North Miami Beach raises concerns about building safety and supervision in residential areas. Given the city's dense population and aging infrastructure, such accidents can have devastating consequences. Miami-Dade County's history of hurricane risks and flooding also means that buildings must be regularly inspected and maintained to ensure they can withstand various environmental stresses. In this case, the fact that the child fell from a 3-story apartment building suggests that window guards or other safety measures may not have been in place or were inadequate. As the city continues to grow and attract new families, it is crucial that landlords and property managers prioritize safety features to prevent similar incidents in the future. The Miami-Dade County Public Schools and local community organizations may also need to reinforce education and outreach efforts on child safety and accident prevention.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 1 min
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