‘I was in fear for my life’: Man accused of 2019 Rickenbacker cyclist’s murder testifies
During his testimony Thursday in Miami-Dade County court, Kadel Piedrahita said he shot a 48-year-old father of three along The Rickenbacker Causeway over five years ago — but he did not intend to kill him.
Witness testifies in Miami-Dade trial of motorcyclist accused of fatally shooting Rickenbacker cyclist
During his testimony Wednesday in Miami-Dade County court, Gustavo Londoño said he saw an angry motorcyclist argue with a cyclist and fire a gun over five years ago.
Jurors hear more testimony in trial of man accused of killing cyclist on Rickenbacker
Testimony continued in a Miami courtroom Tuesday in the trial of Kadel Piedrahita, accused of killing a cyclist on the Rickenbacker Causeway in Miami amid a longstanding feud.
Testimony continues in trial of man accused of murdering cyclist on Rickenbacker Causeway
Testimony continued Monday in the trial of Kadel Piedrahita, who stands accused of murdering a 48-year-old father of three on the Rickenbacker Causeway in 2019.
Jury selection continues in trial of man accused of shooting, killing cyclist on Rickenbacker
Jury selection continued Tuesday in the trial of a man accused of fatally shooting a cyclist following a confrontation along the Rickenbacker Causeway in Miami in 2019.
Closures in place as crews make second attempt at rehabilitating Rickenbacker Causeway flyover bridge
A second attempt at rehabilitating the Rickenbacker Causeway flyover bridge began Monday after a first attempt in April left drivers caught in traffic for more than four hours.
Flyover bridge’s ramp connecting Rickenbacker Causeway to U.S.-1 southbound reopens in Miami
The Florida Department of Transportation announced that the flyover bridge’s two ramps in Miami near the Rickenbacker Causeway were open Tuesday morning.
Miami traffic nightmare ‘got so crazy’ there was dancing, domino tables, shortages at supermarket
Fifteen-year-old Paul Perez said he and his family had a beautiful beach day at Crandon Park.
Florida blames Key Biscayne-Virginia Key traffic nightmare on amount of cars, warns ‘disruption’ is inevitable
After a traffic nightmare on Sunday left drivers from Key Biscayne to Virginia Key and Hobie Island stranded for hours, drivers accused state and local authorities of poor planning.
Traffic nightmare: Construction closure causes delays leaving Virginia Key, Key Biscayne
A concrete pavement project caused westbound traffic delays on the Rickenbacker Causeway that affected drivers starting Sunday from Virginia Key to Key Biscayne.
WATCH LIVE: Authorities respond to reports of migrants landing near Rickenbacker Causeway
Authorities responded to a report of migrants being spotted Tuesday afternoon near the Rickenbacker Causeway in Key Biscayne.
5 migrants spotted on makeshift boat near Rickenbacker Causeway
Miami-Dade police responded to a report of five migrants being spotted Wednesday morning near the 200 block of the Rickenbacker Causeway, authorities confirmed.
Country Bay Music Festival increases Miami traffic on Rickenbacker Causeway
The Country Bay Music Festival opens on Saturday at Miami’s Virginia Key. The lineup includes Sam Hunt and Thomas Rhett, Lainey Wilson, Chris Young, Lee Brice, and Elle King.
Victim identified in fatal Rickenbacker Causeway stabbing; police seek information
A homeless man who was fatally stabbed last week on the Rickenbacker Causeway in Miami was identified by police Friday as 48-year-old Tyson Cash.
Small plane makes emergency landing on Rickenbacker Causeway near Miami Seaquarium
A small plane made an emergency landing on the Rickenbacker Causeway in Key Biscayne, according to Miami Fire Rescue.
Speed limit change coming to Rickenbacker Causeway
Officials from Miami-Dade County and the Department of Transportation and Public Works announced Friday that the speed limit will be updated on the Rickenbacker Causeway in an effort to better protect cyclists and pedestrians.
Bang Energy Drinks employees, volunteers help clean up Hobie Beach Island Park
Volunteers and employees of Bang Energy drinks with buckets in hand helped pick up trash and other debris at Hobie Beach Island Park along the Rickenbacker Causeway on Friday.
Spurred by cyclist deaths, new safety measures coming to Rickenbacker Causeway
In a memo sent to commissioners Tuesday, Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava outlined new safety measures coming to the Rickenbacker Causeway spurred by the deaths of two cyclists struck and killed by a vehicle on the causeway in May.
Police: Man in critical condition following Rickenbacker Causeway shooting
Officer Kenia Fallat, a department spokesperson, said officers responded to reports of a person shot at 3000 Rickenbacker Causeway, under the William M. Powell Bridge, at around 4:30 a.m. Saturday.
Cyclists hold Ride of Silence on Rickenbacker Causeway to honor those killed while riding
Cyclist and cycling activist Eli Stiers joined the ride, calling attention to the deadly dangers along the Rickenbacker Causeway.
Issue of bicycle safety on Rickenbacker Causeway front and center at Miami-Dade Commission meeting
The cycling community unloaded at the Miami-Dade County Commission on Tuesday, demanding more protection, and saying that painted unprotected lanes are not enough
Bicyclists identified after being struck, killed by SUV while riding bikes on Rickenbacker Causeway
Yaudys Vera and Ogniana Reyes have been identified as the couple who was killed while riding bicycles on the Rickenbacker Causeway over the weekend.
Death of cyclists on Rickenbacker Causeway reignites push for greater safety measures
The causeway was built as a highway, but it is now an iconic but dangerous mix of vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians.
Driver cited after 2 bicyclists killed on Rickenbacker Causeway in Miami
A driver was cited, but is not facing charges at this time, after a man and woman who were riding bicycles Sunday were struck by a Jeep SUV on the Rickenbacker Causeway in Miami, authorities confirmed.
2 bicyclists killed during accident along the Rickenbacker Causeway, police say
Two bicyclists were struck and killed by a vehicle in an accident along the Rickenbacker Causeway in Miami on Sunday, according to the Miami Police Department.
Man charged in fatal Rickenbacker Causeway shooting held on no bond until October trial
A Miami-Dade judge has ruled Adel Piedrahita continue to be held on no bond following his arrest for second-degree murder.
Police chase begins in Miami-Dade; driver abandons car in Broward
The driver of a Mercedes-Benz nearly hit a Miami-Dade Police Department motorman on Wednesday on the Rickenbacker Causeway in Miami and sped away to a parking building in Dania Beach.
1 person dead after watercraft accident near Marine Stadium
VIRGINIA KEY, MIAMI, Fla. – A watercraft accident near Miami Marine Stadium has left 1 person dead, according to Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission officials who are conducting the investigation. The crash happened around 5 p.m. Saturday when the unidentified victim was riding a personal watercraft near Miami Marine Stadium on Rickenbacker Causeway and lost control, colliding with a concrete structure, according to investigators. Miami Fire Rescue transported the victim to Ryder Trauma Center at Jackson Memorial where he died from his injuries. Local 10 is working to obtain more detailed information.) Assignment desk editor Wilson Louis contributed to this story.
Watercraft accident near Virginia Key under investigation
VIRGINIA KEY, Fla. – Police are investigating an accident by the Rickerbacker Causeway near Virginia Key. A man enjoying a day out on the water on his personal watercraft was injured around 3:30 p.m. Saturday. When Miami Fire Rescue arrived, the injured man was behind Miami Marine Stadium with facial injuries. He was taken to Jackson Memorial’s Ryder Trauma Center. The man was in stable condition at Ryder Trauma Center.
Small plane lands on Rickenbacker Causeway
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. A one-seater plane landed on the Rickenbacker Causeway Wednesday afternoon. Miami-Dade police spokesman Angel Rodriguez said authorities were notified shortly after 1:30 p.m. that the small plane had landed on the causeway. He said the pilot appeared to be OK. The National Transportation Safety Board is expected to investigate the incident. No other details were immediately released.
Boat show provides free Miami water taxi, shuttle services to Virginia Key
MIAMI – To help reduce traffic on the Rickenbacker Causeway this weekend, the Miami International Boat Show organizers are offering ticket holders free transportation from downtown Miami to Virginia Key. From Thursday to Monday, ticket holders will be able to board water taxis and shuttles at five stops in downtown Miami that are near to public parking lots or public transportation. The water taxis will be stopping at Bayfront Park and the AmericanAirlines Arena, where there will also be a free shuttle bus service stop. Although event organizers are discouraging attendees from driving to Virginia Key, they are providing valet parking at the Marine Stadium and parking at the event’s Lot B in the Virginia Key Beach Park area. Attendees who decide to use ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft will be using Lot C outside of the Miami Seaquarium where there will also be a free shuttle service.
Man charged in fatal Rickenbacker Causeway shooting to remain behind bars
MIAMI – A Miami-Dade County judge ruled Wednesday that Kadel Piedrahita should continue to be held without bond after his arrest on a charge of second-degree murder. He is accused of shooting and killing Alex Palencia during a confrontation along the Rickenbacker Causeway. Defense attorneys argued Piedrahita was not the aggressor, even using cellphone video of the deadly confrontation to try and show that their client was firing in self-defense. Prosecutors countered, saying both the video and witnesses statements clearly show otherwise. In the end, the judge sided with the state, ruling Piedrahita continue to be held without bond while he awaits trial.
Construction barge, crane partially collapse near Rickenbacker Causeway
MIAMI - A construction barge near the Rickenbacker Causeway partially collapsed in Biscayne Bay. The barge took on water during inclement weather over the weekend, causing it to begin to sink. A view from Sky 10 showed a construction crane mounted to the barge partially in the water Tuesday morning. The barge was being used for construction work on the pilings for the causeway, which connects Miami to Virginia Key across Biscayne Bay. Lambert Bros. Inc. was pumping water out of the barge.
Woman charged in fatal DUI crash on Rickenbacker Causeway makes first court appearance
MIAMI - A South Florida woman is accused of drunken driving and causing a fatal crash on the Rickenbacker Causeway. She is charged with driving under the influence, DUI manslaughter and vehicular homicide in the Saturday night crash that killed a Key Biscayne wife and mother. Police said Fuentes was driving westbound on the Rickenbacker Causeway when she slammed into the rear of another vehicle, pushing it through the median. The passenger in that car, identified as Paula Carra Rafetti, died at Jackson Memorial Hospital. The investigation following the crash shut down the causeway for over six hours.
Woman charged in fatal Rickenbacker crash appears before judge
A South Florida woman is accused of driving drunk and causing a fatal crash on the Rickenbacker Causeway. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.
Woman in critical condition after accident in Key Biscayne
KEY BISCAYNE - A woman is in critical condition at Jackson Memorial Hospital following a two-vehicle crash on the Rickenbacker Causeway, which was shut down after the accident. The investigation is ongoing. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.
Man arraigned on charges in fatal shooting on Rickenbacker Causeway
The suspected gunman in a deadly shooting on the Rickenbacker Causeway went before a judge Friday. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.
Man accused of fatally shooting bicyclist appears before judge
MIAMI - The suspected gunman in a fatal shooting on the Rickenbacker Causeway went before a judge Friday. The 41-year-old is accused in the shooting death of bicyclist Alex Palencia, 49, who was fatally shot Aug. 14 while cycling with a group on the Rickenbacker Causeway. "Of course, he's devastated he's in jail. Detectives said video from last month captures Piedrahita and Palencia getting into a dispute that ended with Palencia getting shot in the stomach after the scuffle. "And (that) he's not a murderer, and he did what he had to do to protect himself," Piedrahita said.
Rickenbacker Causeway shooter appears in court for cyclist's murder
Piedrahita was riding a motorcycle when he was following Alex Palencia, 48, who was cycling with a group on the William Powell Bridge on the Rickenbacker Causeway. Detectives said Piedrahita, who was on Facebook Live as he followed the Don Pan cycling group, fatally shot Palencia on Wednesday morning in the stomach during a scuffle. "I lost my dad, the most important man in my life, without the chance to say goodbye," Palencia's daughter, Alice Palencia, wrote on Instagram. Piedrahita, whose son is a member of the Don Pan cycling group, made a threat in a video on Facebook. "I can genuinely say that this is the worst pain my heart has ever felt in my life," Alice Palencia wrote.
Man arrested in fatal shooting of bicyclist on Rickenbacker Causeway
MIAMI - A man who fatally shot a bicyclist on the Rickenbacker Causeway in Miami has been arrested, his attorney told Local 10 News. Sabino Jauregui, the attorney for Kadel Piedrahita, said his client was taken into custody Friday. Jauregui said his client shot Palencia in self-defense. The report stated that Piedrahita shot Palencia once in the stomach before walking toward another man while screaming profanities at him. There is also video circulating on social media that shows Piedrahita ranting wildly about Palencia, even threatening to kill him.
Man accused of fatally shooting cyclist on Rickenbacker Causeway arrested
A motorcyclist is behind bars, accused of killing a cyclist on the Rickenbacker Causeway. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.
Motorcyclist arrested in connection with fatal shooting on Rickenbacker Causeway
A man who fatally shot a bicyclist on the Rickenbacker Causeway in Miami has been arrested, his attorney told Local 10 News. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.
Bicyclist's ex-wife speaks about fatal shooting on Rickenbacker Causeway
Many questions remain surrounding the fatal shooting of a bicyclist on the Rickenbacker Causeway in Miami. Why did it happen? Was it self-defense, as claimed by the gunman? On Thursday, Local 10 News... Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.
Man who fatally shot bicyclist often filmed cyclists racing, witnesses say
MIAMI - A motorcyclist who fatally shot a bicyclist Wednesday morning on the Rickenbacker Causeway often filmed the cycling group racing, witnesses told Local 10 News. This was a Miami thing," fellow cyclist Josh Lerner said. The motorcyclist, identified as Kadel Piedrahita, had been livestreaming on Facebook just before he shot Alex Palencia. Cyclists who witnessed the shooting said Piedrahita and Palencia were cursing at each other before the 49-year-old cyclist was killed. Defense attorney Sabino Jauregui said Piedrahita shot Palencia in self-defense and shared a picture of his client holding the cyclist while calling for help.
Bicyclist fatally shot on Rickenbacker Causeway identified as father of 2
MIAMI - Alex Palencia was riding with a large group of bicyclists when he got into an argument with a motorcyclist who fatally shot him Wednesday morning on the Rickenbacker Causeway. Brendaly Rodriguez said Palencia was a beloved father of two with relatives in Arkansas. Piedrahita's defense attorney, Sabino Jauregui, said his client shot Palencia in self-defense. Detectives have yet to confirm that, so it remains unclear if Piedrahita was following or harassing Palencia. The wounded bicyclist was taken to Jackson Memorial Hospital's Ryder Trauma Center, where he was pronounced dead.
Cyclist killed in Miami's Virginia Key identified as beloved father of 2
MIAMI - Alex Palencia was riding with a large group of bicyclists when he got into an argument with a motorcyclist who fatally shot him Wednesday on the Rickenbacker Causeway in Miami's Virginia Key. Brendaly Rodriguez said Palencia was a beloved father of two with relatives in Arkansas. Other cyclists in Virginia Key said Piedrahita had threatened Palencia before. Detectives have yet to confirm that, so it remains unclear if Piedrahita was following or harassing Palencia. Miami Fire Rescue personnel took the wounded cyclist to Jackson Memorial Hospital's Ryder Trauma Center, where doctors pronounced him dead.
Bicyclist fatally shot during dispute with motorcyclist on Rickenbacker Causeway
A bicyclist has died after he was shot Wednesday morning on the Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami police said. Copyright 2019 by WPLG Local10.com - All rights reserved.
Bicyclist dies after being shot on Rickenbacker Causeway
MIAMI - A bicyclist has died after he was shot Wednesday morning on the Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami police said. The shooting happened about 6 a.m. on the bridge that connects Miami to the barrier islands of Virginia Key and Key Biscayne across Biscayne Bay. A view from Sky 10 showed paramedics treating the wounded man, who was lying in the middle of the causeway. According to fellow cyclist Lee Marks, the victim and the motorcyclist had been involved in an ongoing feud for about two weeks. People get heated and I don't know if that was the genesis of it," Marks said.
Bicyclist shot on Rickenbacker Causeway
MIAMI - A person was shot Wednesday morning on the Rickenbacker Causeway, Miami police said. The shooting happened on the bridge that connects Miami to the barrier islands of Virginia Key and Key Biscayne across Biscayne Bay. A view from Sky 10 showed paramedics treating the male victim, who was lying in the middle of the causeway. Local 10 News reporter Madeleine Wright spoke to a bicyclist who said he was riding in a pack of about 50 to 70 people when a motorcyclist started shooting at another bicyclist. Police diverted eastbound traffic into one westbound lane.