Armando Fogaça, a Brazilian fitness influencer, was arrested on Monday (5) in Miami after running over a police officer, fleeing, and crashing into a motorcycle shortly after.
Armando Fogaça is a Brazilian fitness influencer known for bending pans and other strong objects. Recently, he was arrested for running over a police officer in Miami.
According to CBS, an officer from the Miami Beach Police Department tried to stop the influencer for a traffic violation. He was directed to the shoulder, and then accelerated towards the officer.
The Brazilian continued at high speed on the road connecting Miami to South Beach. Fogaça faces a charge of aggravated assault.
According to the broadcaster, the officer suffered fractured ribs, abrasions, and bruises. The influencer was identified after causing an accident, based on police statements.
CBS reported that Fogaça made statements that contradicted those of the authorities. The Brazilian’s girlfriend, Valquiria da Silva, who was on the back of the motorcycle, told police that the couple was late for a class.
She also confirmed that her boyfriend did not have a driver’s license, which motivated the escape.
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