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‘I am reminded by that’: Victim of Miami Beach assault reflects on incident after 1 of 2 suspects is convicted
By Kevin Boulandier at WSVN 7 News
· July 9, 2026
· 2 min read
New video shows the moment two men assaulted a woman who was headed to work on Miami Beach. City of Miami Beach surveillance video, obtained exclusively by 7News, shows part of the crime that occurred April 9 along the Beachwalk. Victim Fay Ramlawi Benton briefly encounters two men before one of the
Key takeaway City of Miami Beach surveillance video, obtained exclusively by 7News, shows part of the crime that occurred April 9 along the Beachwalk.
Why this matters in The Miami
The conviction of Misael Vargas for battery in the Miami Beach assault case brings some measure of justice to victim Fay Ramlawi Benton, but it also raises questions about the effectiveness of the Miami-Dade criminal justice system. The fact that the battery charge against the second suspect, Christopher Martinez, was dropped, only to have him arrested again for disorderly conduct, underscores concerns about repeat offenders cycling through the courts. Miami Beach commissioners have long criticized this "revolving door" phenomenon, and this case may fuel further calls for reform. As Ramlawi Benton continues her emotional recovery, her daily route to work serves as a painful reminder of the attack, highlighting the need for improved safety measures in the area. The case also underscores the importance of the City of Miami Beach's surveillance video, which played a crucial role in bringing Vargas to justice, and may inform future discussions about public safety investments in the city.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 9, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? New video shows the moment two men assaulted a woman who was headed to work on Miami Beach. City of Miami Beach surveillance video, obtained exclusively by 7News, shows part of the crime that occurred April 9 along the Beachwalk. Victim Fay Ramlawi Benton briefly encounters two men before one of the
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