safety
Florida Keys man drove drunk with unbuckled child, threatened to sexually assault deputy's family, MCSO says
By CBS Miami Team at CBS4 Miami
· June 4, 2026
· 1 min read
A Florida Keys man is facing several charges after investigators say he was driving drunk with a child in his truck and threatened a deputy and their family, according to the sheriff's office.The Monroe County Sheriff's Office said they arrested 38-year-old Jamie Allan Koval, of Big Pine Key, on Wed
Key takeaway The Monroe County Sheriff's Office said they arrested 38-year-old Jamie Allan Koval, of Big Pine Key, on Wednesday evening.
Why this matters in The Miami
The arrest of Jamie Allan Koval on Big Pine Key raises concerns about the safety of children in vehicles in Monroe County. The fact that a 6-year-old was found unbuckled in a truck driven by an allegedly intoxicated person is alarming. This incident highlights the need for vigilant law enforcement and community reporting, as it was a welfare check that led to Koval's arrest. The charges against Koval, including child neglect and DUI with a person under 18 in the vehicle, are serious and reflect the potential harm that could have come to the child. The involvement of the Florida Department of Children and Families ensures that the child's well-being will be monitored, but it also underscores the importance of preventing such incidents in the first place. Residents in Miami-Dade County, which neighbors Monroe County, should be aware of the risks of drunk driving and the importance of reporting suspicious behavior to protect vulnerable populations, including children.
About this story
Original reporting by CBS4 Miami . The Miami surfaces reporting from trusted publishers and adds local editorial context so readers can quickly understand what a story means for their community. We attribute every source, link to the original report, and follow a documented editorial standards policy. To understand how stories are selected and reviewed, read our about page .
For the complete original report, visit CBS4 Miami . Have a tip or correction? Contact our newsroom .
Category: safety ·
Published: June 4, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 1 min
newsletter" aria-label="Newsletter signup" style="margin:24px 0;padding:20px 24px;background:linear-gradient(135deg,#1e3a5f 0%,#2d5a8c 100%);border-radius:10px;color:#fff">
Get more The Miami stories like this
Free weekly briefing covering safety and other local news. Curated by our editorial team. No spam.
By subscribing you agree to our privacy policy . Unsubscribe anytime.
Frequently asked about this story
What is this story about? A Florida Keys man is facing several charges after investigators say he was driving drunk with a child in his truck and threatened a deputy and their family, according to the sheriff's office.The Monroe County Sheriff's Office said they arrested 38-year-old Jamie Allan Koval, of Big Pine Key, on Wed
When was this published? This article was first published on June 4, 2026 by CBS4 Miami and curated for The Miami readers.
Who reported this story? This story was reported by CBS Miami Team at CBS4 Miami. To learn more about how The Miami selects and reviews stories, see our editorial standards .
Where can I find related coverage? See more safety coverage from The Miami, or browse our daily briefing and topic hubs .
← Back to all news
More safety →
Today’s briefing
Subscribe to newsletter