Florida · Melbourne Police Department
Melbourne Wrong Teen
Officers tackle and injure the wrong 16-year-old
Officer disciplinedOfficers answering a mother's call about her son tackled a different teenager, dislocating his elbow before checking who he was. One officer has resigned.
Timeline
- IncidentOfficers tackle the wrong teen and dislocate his elbow.
- 2026One officer resigns.
- 31 Jul 2026Video breakdown.