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Dashcam video shows woman’s drunken outburst on Palmetto Expressway that led to arrest
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Kevin Boulandier , WSVN 7 News
· July 22, 2026
· 2 min read
A new view captures a former doctor’s drunken outburst on the Palmetto Expressway that landed her behind bars. Florida Highway Patrol troopers said the actions of 39-year-old Gisell Mansur went from bad to worse as she was accused of throwing a kicking, screaming, and spitting fit last December. Acc
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Key takeaway Florida Highway Patrol troopers said the actions of 39-year-old Gisell Mansur went from bad to worse as she was accused of throwing a kicking, screaming, and spitting fit last December.
Why this matters in The Miami
The disturbing incident on the Palmetto Expressway highlights the risks of impaired driving and the challenges faced by law enforcement in Miami-Dade County. The fact that the woman's husband had to intervene and pull over to prevent further escalation shows how quickly a situation can spiral out of control. The Palmetto Expressway is a major thoroughfare, and incidents like this can have a significant impact on rush hour traffic, affecting commuters from nearby neighborhoods like Little Havana and Wynwood. The use of a taser and the decision to bag the woman's head to prevent spitting also raises questions about officer safety and the need for de-escalation training. As the community continues to grapple with issues of public safety, this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of responsible drinking and the potential consequences of reckless behavior on the county's roads.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A new view captures a former doctor’s drunken outburst on the Palmetto Expressway that landed her behind bars. Florida Highway Patrol troopers said the actions of 39-year-old Gisell Mansur went from bad to worse as she was accused of throwing a kicking, screaming, and spitting fit last December. Acc
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