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Man exposes himself to passing vehicles near Miami busway, flees deputies
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Allyson Castillo , WSVN 7 News
· July 23, 2026
· 2 min read
A Miami-Dade man was arrested Tuesday evening after exposing himself to a family with young children on a South Miami-Dade roadway, then leading deputies on a foot chase, according to an arrest report. Pedro Maldonado, 42, was arrested around 7:22 p.m. near Southwest 136th Street and the Busway, the
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Key takeaway Pedro Maldonado, 42, was arrested around 7:22 p.
Why this matters in The Miami
The incident near the Miami busway raises concerns about public safety in areas with high foot traffic and family-friendly activities. The fact that a family with young children was exposed to this disturbing behavior is particularly troubling. As a major transportation hub, the busway is used by many commuters, including those with children, and incidents like this can erode trust in the safety of these public spaces. The suspect's history of similar offenses and registration as a high-risk sex offender also highlights the need for effective monitoring and enforcement of probation violations. Miami-Dade residents, especially those in South Miami-Dade, will be watching to see how authorities balance public safety with the rights of individuals on probation, and how this case is handled will have implications for community perceptions of safety and justice. The $25,000 bond set by the judge will also be closely watched, as it may influence how similar cases are handled in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A Miami-Dade man was arrested Tuesday evening after exposing himself to a family with young children on a South Miami-Dade roadway, then leading deputies on a foot chase, according to an arrest report. Pedro Maldonado, 42, was arrested around 7:22 p.m. near Southwest 136th Street and the Busway, the
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