A Miami-Dade police officer involved in the detention of Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill on Sunday has been disciplined, a law enforcement official said.
Miami-Dade Police Commissioner Stephanie V. Daniels released a statement on the disciplinary action. The officer, whose name has not been released, has been taken off the streets.
“Following the incident involving Tyreek Hill, I have launched 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) catches 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 am committed to being transparent and accountable to the community in any situation involving my officers.”
Hill was handcuffed near Hard Rock Stadium Sunday morning, hours before the Dolphins played the Jacksonville Jaguars. The Dolphins said in a statement that Hill was “briefly detained” following the incident. He was cited for reckless driving, ESPN reported, citing sources.
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Miami Dolphins fans show their 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)
Hill’s agent Drew Rosenhaus called the incident “heartbreaking” in an interview with ESPN.
Miami-Dade police said an “immediate review” of the incident has been requested.
“We are aware of the recent detention of Miami Dolphins player Tyreek Hill by Miami-Dade Police Department officers,” Daniels said in a statement to ESPN before announcing the sanction. “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 more information becomes available.”
Hill played against the Jaguars on Sunday and had seven receptions for 130 yards, including an 80-yard touchdown.
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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