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Miami Lakes police credit license-plate readers, patrols after arrests tied to vehicle burglaries

5854758 · September 17, 2025
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Town police reported a large drop in crime for August and described two overnight arrests linked to a string of vehicle burglaries and stolen cars; officers and councilors discussed prevention and public education steps.

Miami Lakes police reported a sharp drop in reported crime for August and highlighted two overnight arrests in late August and early September that they say are linked to a series of vehicle burglaries and stolen cars. Major Jose Gonzalez of the Miami Lakes Municipal District briefed the Town Council on the cases and discussed technology and community steps to reduce theft.

Police said they were down 54.4% in crimes year-over-year for August and noted enforcement activity including citations and targeted midnight patrols. Major Jose Gonzalez described two…

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