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Man accused of making sexual advances toward a 16-year-old walking to school in Miami
By Allyson Castillo at WSVN 7 News
· July 2, 2026
· 2 min read
A 22-year-old man has been arrested after Miami police said he approached a 16-year-old girl as she walked to school, grabbed her by the wrist and made sexually explicit advances before she was able to get away. According to an arrest report, the incident occurred around 11:10 a.m. Monday near 2390
Key takeaway According to an arrest report, the incident occurred around 11:10 a.
Why this matters in The Miami
The incident near 2390 W. Flagler St. raises concerns about student safety in Miami's neighborhoods, particularly in areas with high foot traffic like Little Havana, where the incident occurred. The fact that the victim was targeted while walking to school through a parking lot highlights the need for increased vigilance and awareness among students, parents, and law enforcement. Miami-Dade County Public Schools and local authorities may need to reassess safety protocols and consider additional measures to protect students traveling to and from school. The successful use of surveillance video from the Burger King in identifying the suspect also underscores the importance of community partnerships and the role of local businesses in helping to prevent and investigate crimes. As the case against Keldon Figueroa moves forward, the community will be watching to see how the justice system responds to this incident and whether it will lead to increased efforts to address safety concerns in Miami's neighborhoods.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 2, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A 22-year-old man has been arrested after Miami police said he approached a 16-year-old girl as she walked to school, grabbed her by the wrist and made sexually explicit advances before she was able to get away. According to an arrest report, the incident occurred around 11:10 a.m. Monday near 2390
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