A dramatic incident unfolded in Miami Beach when a driver in a white Corvette fled a traffic stop, colliding with a police cruiser in the process. The event occurred on Tuesday in the 100th block of 9th Street near Collins Avenue, according to an arrest report.

Details of the Incident

The Miami Beach Police had pulled over the Corvette for playing loud music. During the stop, the officer requested the driver’s license, registration, and proof of insurance. Instead of complying, the driver informed the officer that he would quickly back up the car, but instead, he drove off, hitting the front of the police vehicle as he fled.

Surveillance video captured the officer shouting at the driver during the incident. The driver, identified as 26-year-old Anthony Banks, was apprehended a day later while attempting to wash the same vehicle. Records revealed that Banks’ driver’s license was suspended.

Legal Consequences

Banks now faces several charges, including reckless driving, leaving the scene of an accident, and driving without a license. This incident highlights the importance of adhering to traffic laws and the potential consequences of attempting to evade law enforcement.

Original reporting: NBC6 Miami — read the source article.