A man threw his dog into the water in Miami Bay this Saturday, sparking confrontations between the individual and neighbors who wanted to save the animal. A video shared by the Instagram account Only in Dade shows the clash that occurred on Brickell Key between "concerned citizens and a man who allegedly pushed his dog into the bay and prevented others from rescuing the distressed animal," according to the account's profile.
The man exhibited aggressive behavior, even pushing a woman and intimidating other bystanders. Among them was a woman who jumped into the water and became a victim of the man's violent actions.
In the comments section, the police thanked the public for reporting the incident and added that "officers responded and are documenting the incident." They also noted that "the woman who heroically jumped into the water did not want to press charges." However, charges may be filed later.
Authorities confirmed that "the dog is safe and was not injured. The investigation is ongoing, and charges may be imminent." The woman who jumped in to save the animal added that the dog "was sent home with the owner" and that she filed a police report.
NBC6 identified the woman who jumped into the water as Jadee Guidice, who shared her perspective on the incident. "I was a lifeguard and competitive swimmer, so I jumped in and tried to catch the dog, but as soon as I jumped, the man jumped in after me," Guidice told the network.
According to her, the water is unsafe for both people and pets due to "boat traffic. We've seen sharks in the bay and alligator warnings throughout Brickell Key, so it made no sense for this man to force the dog into the water," she added.
"Some people shouldn't own pets" and "I would gladly adopt that dog" were among the comments visible on the post.
FAQs About the Miami Bay Dog Incident
This section addresses some frequently asked questions regarding the incident where a man threw his dog into Miami Bay and the ensuing confrontations.
What happened to the dog after the incident?
The dog was reported to be safe and was sent home with its owner. The authorities are continuing their investigation.
Did the woman who jumped into the water press charges?
No, the woman who heroically jumped into the water did not want to press charges at the time. However, charges may be filed later.
Why is the water in Miami Bay considered unsafe?
The water is considered unsafe due to boat traffic and the presence of sharks and alligators, which have been reported in the area.