On Tuesday evening, a young man tragically lost his life after being struck by a vehicle near Shenandoah Park, at the intersection of 21st Avenue and 19th Street in southwest Miami. The incident, occurring around 7:00 pm, was captured by a security camera. The footage shows the victim's body being violently hurled into the air, flipping twice before crashing onto the pavement.
The driver of the vehicle, a Volkswagen Passat, also collided with a parked car, which then hit an ice cream truck with a woman inside. Both the driver and the woman were taken to Jackson Memorial Hospital. The pedestrian was pronounced dead at the scene.
On Wednesday, police confirmed the arrest of 36-year-old Andrés Fiallo Estupiñán as the alleged perpetrator of the deadly hit-and-run. According to the arrest report accessed by Telemundo 51, Fiallo Estupiñán was speeding southbound on 21st Avenue when he "struck the pedestrian/victim from behind, causing him to be propelled into the air while severing both his legs." The victim, who was running on the west side of the road, died instantly. His identity has not yet been disclosed, although witnesses indicated he was a young man.
Driver's Reckless Actions and Arrest
The report also notes that before crashing into the ice cream truck, the driver made "no visible attempt to brake and avoid the collision." Witnesses informed authorities that after the impact, Fiallo Estupiñán "immediately exited the driver's seat and attempted to flee the scene without providing aid to the pedestrian/victim, nor did he appear to contact emergency services." It was bystanders who detained him until police arrived. He was later identified through an expired driver's license.
Fiallo Estupiñán faces charges of leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death and serious bodily injury. The investigation remains ongoing.
Community Outcry Over Safety Concerns
The tragedy has sparked outrage among neighborhood residents, who complain that the area is hazardous due to speeding drivers and inadequate safety measures. Denise Gálvez claims she has been requesting the installation of roundabouts near the park and school for years, but her requests have been ignored: "They always say no, but they install them on other blocks where it's convenient," she told Telemundo 51.
Rafael Barrios, an employee at the nearby school, was more blunt: "Just today I saw a red Corvette zoom by. We can't wait for another tragedy to take action."
As the community demands answers, the case once again brings to light the urgent need to enhance road safety in school and children's park areas in Miami.
FAQs on Miami Pedestrian Accident and Safety
What happened in the Miami pedestrian accident involving Andrés Fiallo Estupiñán?
A young man was fatally struck by a vehicle driven by Andrés Fiallo Estupiñán near Shenandoah Park in Miami. The driver collided with a parked car and an ice cream truck, resulting in the victim's death at the scene.
How are residents reacting to the accident near Shenandoah Park?
Residents are outraged, citing the area's danger due to speeding drivers and lack of safety measures. They demand action to improve road safety to prevent future tragedies.
What charges is Andrés Fiallo Estupiñán facing?
Fiallo Estupiñán is facing charges for leaving the scene of an accident that resulted in death and serious bodily injury. The investigation is still ongoing.