A Miami-Dade Police officer involved in the detention of Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill Sunday was disciplined, a law enforcement official said.
Miami-Dade Police Director Stephanie V. Daniels released a statement on the discipline. The officer, who wasn’t named, was pulled off the street.
« Following the incident involving Tyreek Hill, I have initiated an Internal Affairs investigation to ensure a thorough review of the matter, » Daniels said in a statement. « One of the officers involved in the incident has been placed on administrative duties while the investigation is conducted.
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Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill (10) grabs a pass for a touchdown during the second half of a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
« I’m committed to transparency and accountability to the community with any situation involving my officers. »
Hill was in handcuffs near Hard Rock Stadium Sunday morning, hours before the Dolphins faced the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Dolphins said in a statement that Hill was « briefly detained » in the incident. He was cited for reckless driving, ESPN reported, citing sources.
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Miami Dolphins fans show support for wide receiver Tyreek Hill during the first half of a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
Drew Rosenhaus, Hill’s agent, called the incident « heartbreaking » in an interview with ESPN.
Miami-Dade Police said an « immediate review » of the incident was requested.
« We are aware of the recent detainment of Miami Dolphins player Tyreek Hill by Miami-Dade Police Department officers, » Daniels said in a statement to ESPN before announcing the discipline. « I have requested an immediate review of all details surrounding the incident, and we are also reviewing available body camera footage. We will provide updates as further information becomes available. »
Hill played against the Jaguars Sunday and had seven catches for 130 yards, including an 80-yard touchdown grab.
Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill gestures after a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars Sunday, Sept. 8, 2024, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
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Miami won the game, 20-17.
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