Miami Beach Police Arrest Dirt Bike Rider During Disruptive Group Ride

Bodycam footage captures officer taking down suspect on sidewalk amid reckless riding

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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Police in Miami Beach arrested a 35-year-old man after a group of around 20 dirt bike riders were caught on camera riding recklessly on the sidewalks, bike paths, and in traffic, endangering pedestrians and other motorists. Bodycam footage shows an officer tackling the suspect as he tried to restart his bike on the sidewalk in the city's entertainment district.

Why it matters

Miami Beach has grappled with the issue of disruptive and dangerous group rides of dirt bikes and ATVs for years, with police often struggling to control the situation and protect public safety. This incident highlights the ongoing challenges the city faces in addressing this problem.

The details

According to the arrest report, Miami Beach police officers observed a group of approximately 20 dirt bikes riding recklessly, with the bikes captured on the city's surveillance cameras 'riding on the sidewalk, bicycle path, and going in and out of traffic, endangering other motorists and pedestrians.' An officer arrived on the scene and tackled the suspect, 35-year-old Cedric Riles, as he tried to restart his bike on the sidewalk in the middle of the entertainment district, with parents and children nearby. Riles was arrested and charged with fleeing and eluding police, reckless driving, and traffic offenses.

  • The incident occurred on November 15, 2025.
  • Police body camera and surveillance footage captured the events.

The players

Cedric Riles

A 35-year-old man arrested for fleeing and eluding police, reckless driving, and traffic offenses during the incident.

Miami Beach Police Department

The law enforcement agency that responded to the group of reckless dirt bike riders and made the arrest.

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What they’re saying

“Do you have your ID on you or not?”

— Police Officer (WSVN)

“I work for the courthouse.”

— Cedric Riles (WSVN)

“Oh no! Oh! Bro!”

— Police Officer (WSVN)

What’s next

Riles has an open and pending criminal case related to the incident.

The takeaway

This arrest highlights the ongoing challenges Miami Beach faces in addressing the issue of disruptive and dangerous group rides of dirt bikes and ATVs, which have plagued the city for years. Police continue to struggle to control these situations and protect public safety.