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Man arrested in string of indecent exposure incidents in Hammocks area, deputies say
By Allyson Castillo at WSVN 7 News
· June 8, 2026
· 1 min read
A man accused of exposing himself and masturbating in front of multiple women across southwest Miami -Dade was arrested after detectives linked him to a series of incidents dating back to April, authorities said. Anthony Gonzalez, 38, was arrested June 7 and charged in connection with several indecen
Key takeaway In one incident on May 1, a woman told deputies she was sitting in her vehicle outside her home near Southwest Eighth Way when she saw Gonzalez unzip his shorts, expose himself and begin masturbating while staring in her direction.
Why this matters in The Miami
The arrest of Anthony Gonzalez in connection with a string of indecent exposure incidents in the Hammocks area raises concerns about public safety in southwest Miami-Dade. The fact that Gonzalez allegedly used an electric scooter to flee the scenes of these incidents highlights the challenges of policing in areas with growing populations and evolving transportation methods. As the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office continues to investigate these incidents, residents in the Hammocks area and surrounding neighborhoods like Little Havana and Wynwood should remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to authorities. The collaboration between the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office and the Miccosukee Police Department that led to Gonzalez's arrest demonstrates the importance of interagency cooperation in addressing public safety issues in Miami-Dade County. With Gonzalez's history of prior arrests for indecent exposure-related offenses, it is crucial for the community to stay informed and engaged in efforts to prevent such incidents and support victims.
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Category: safety ·
Published: June 8, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A man accused of exposing himself and masturbating in front of multiple women across southwest Miami-Dade was arrested after detectives linked him to a series of incidents dating back to April, authorities said. Anthony Gonzalez, 38, was arrested June 7 and charged in connection with several indecen
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