MIAMI BEACH, Fla. — Authorities have released video following an extended operation aimed at keeping South Beach clean and safe.
Operation 4K saw officers in action for over six weeks, catching suspects and helping residents and tourists of all ages.
In one case, a woman was smoking weed in her car with the windows up, known as hot-boxing, with a 2-year-old inside.
Officers were seen comforting the child.
According to officials, Operation 4K netted 26 felony arrests, 26 misdemeanor arrests and 18 ordinance arrests.
Overall, police said year-to-date comparisons indicate a 27% decrease in reported crimes along Ocean Drive, a 17% decrease across the broader in the Art Deco Cultural District and a 20% reduction throughout the South Beach district.
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