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Miami Police lieutenant suspended, relieved of duty after arrest for DUI
By Litzy Grijalba at WSVN 7 News
· July 19, 2026
· 1 min read
A City of Miami police officer is accused of being on the wrong side of the law for the second time. Miami police confirmed Lieutenant Thomas Carroll was arrested for driving under the influence. 7News reached out to Miami Police for details of the arrest and is waiting for more information, but jai
Key takeaway 7News reached out to Miami Police for details of the arrest and is waiting for more information, but jail records show Carroll has already posted bond.
Why this matters in The Miami
The suspension of Lieutenant Thomas Carroll, a veteran Miami police officer, raises concerns about accountability within the Miami Police Department. This is not Carroll's first brush with the law, having been relieved of duty in December 2024 after a domestic violence charge. The fact that he was allowed to return to duty after the previous incident and is now facing a DUI charge, suggests that the department's internal affairs process may not be sufficient in addressing officer misconduct. As the city grapples with issues of public safety and trust in law enforcement, the outcome of the internal investigation into Carroll's actions will be closely watched by the community, particularly in neighborhoods like Little Havana and Wynwood, where residents expect a high level of professionalism from their police officers. The Miami Police Department's handling of this case will be a test of its commitment to upholding the highest standards of conduct and integrity.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: WSVN 7 News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A City of Miami police officer is accused of being on the wrong side of the law for the second time. Miami police confirmed Lieutenant Thomas Carroll was arrested for driving under the influence. 7News reached out to Miami Police for details of the arrest and is waiting for more information, but jai
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