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Trio arrested for breaking into southwest Miami-Dade home with teen inside and stealing over $350,000 in cash
By Ana Maria Soler at CBS4 Miami
· July 15, 2026
· 2 min read
Three men were arrested Tuesday afternoon after deputies say they broke into a southwest Miami -Dade home while a teen was inside, stealing over $359,000 in cash. According to arrest reports, Antonio Mesa, 47, from Miramar, Leonel Ramirez, 47, from Miami, and Pablo Arrechavaleta, 49, from Miami, are
Key takeaway According to arrest reports, Antonio Mesa, 47, from Miramar, Leonel Ramirez, 47, from Miami, and Pablo Arrechavaleta, 49, from Miami, are facing multiple felony charges, including burglary.
Why this matters in The Miami
The brazen burglary in the Richmond West neighborhood is a stark reminder of the security concerns that persist in Miami-Dade's residential areas. The fact that a 14-year-old boy was inside the home when the incident occurred raises questions about the potential risks to residents, particularly in areas with high foot traffic and easy access to major roads. The use of a silver SUV to flee the scene also highlights the importance of community vigilance, as such vehicles are common in the area. Furthermore, the large sum of cash stolen, over $359,000, suggests that the perpetrators may have had inside information or targeted the home specifically. As the case unfolds, it will be crucial to examine the circumstances surrounding the burglary and whether there were any lapses in security or communication that contributed to the incident. The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office's swift response and use of aviation units to track the suspects, however, demonstrates the department's capabilities in responding to such crimes.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
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What is this story about? Three men were arrested Tuesday afternoon after deputies say they broke into a southwest Miami-Dade home while a teen was inside, stealing over $359,000 in cash. According to arrest reports, Antonio Mesa, 47, from Miramar, Leonel Ramirez, 47, from Miami, and Pablo Arrechavaleta, 49, from Miami, are
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