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South Miami police credit CBS News Miami broadcast for tip that led to credit card theft arrest
Summary by The Miami Editorial Desk Peter D'Oench , as published by CBS4 Miami
· August 12, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The suspect, a 37-year-old Miami man, faces multiple charges.
A suspect is in custody for a series of credit card thefts. The arrest is linked to a tip generated by a local news broadcast. Miami -Dade Crime Stoppers received the tip, which aided investigators in identifying the suspect.
The suspect, a 37-year-old Miami man, faces multiple charges. His arrest is a result of collaborative efforts between law enforcement and a local news station. Further details about the case are available from the source, including comments from a police sergeant and the circumstances surrounding the initial report of a car theft on July 8.
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Category: safety Published: August 12, 2026 Source: CBS4 Miami Reading time: 1 min
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