Residents of Pinecrest neighborhood relieved after arrest made in assault case

Residents of Pinecrest neighborhood relieved after arrest made in assault case


Pinecrest neighbors relieved that arrest made in assault case


Pinecrest neighbors relieved that arrest made in assault case

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The residents of a Pinecrest neighborhood said they are grateful that an arrest has been made in an assault case.

Gabrielle Francisco Bogert said she was troubled after hearing that a man had assaulted a woman out for a walk last Monday. 

Michael Angelo Figuero-Hernandez, 25, is accused of approaching her from behind on a bicycle, putting her in a “bear hug,” touching her inappropriately and then riding off, according to police.  

“I was just really scared this happened  here. I go for a morning walk wearing my headphones and with my dog. This could happen to anyone,” Bogert said. “I would’ve definitely started kicking and fighting. She did the right thing.”

Figuero-Hernandez was taken into custody over the weekend at a hospital in Palm Beach County. 

“I feel good and if he has a record, and this was not the first time, I would hope he would stay in jail,” Bogert said.

A tip led to an arrest

Pinecrest Police Chief Jason Cohen said Figuero-Hernandez has an extensive record of charges including burglary, robbery, grand theft and probation violation. He said the public played a role in his arrest. 

“We got a good tip from the public that he was spotted at a Walmart in the Hialeah area. Then through really good  police work we found out he got on a Tri-Rail train and ended up in Palm Beach County,” he said. “It is a great feeling to know that with everyone’s help we were able to resolve this.”

Cohen said at the time of his arrest, Figueroa-Hernandez was experiencing homelessness. The chief said he will be brought back to Miami-Dade County where he’ll be charged with battery and false imprisonment. 



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