Sun Jan 05 02:46:35 UTC 2025: ## Olympic Sprinter Fred Kerley Arrested in Miami Beach After Taser Incident

**Miami Beach, FL –** Fred Kerley, a 29-year-old American Olympic medalist and former world champion sprinter, was arrested in Miami Beach on Thursday after a confrontation with police. Kerley, who won a bronze medal in the 100m at the 2024 Paris Olympics, was tased and subsequently charged with resisting arrest without violence, battery against an officer, and disorderly conduct.

According to police, Kerley approached an active investigation scene to inquire about his parked car. Police allege he displayed aggressive behavior, ignored orders to leave, and resisted arrest when officers attempted to detain him. The arrest affidavit states that four officers were involved in subduing Kerley, using force to his head, rib cage, and back before deploying a taser. Even after being incapacitated, police claim Kerley continued to resist.

Kerley was transported to Mount Sinai Medical Center for evaluation and later booked at Turner Guilford Knight Correctional Center. He appeared in court on Friday. His attorney, who remains unnamed, contends the incident was a misunderstanding and that the police overreacted. The attorney described Kerley as a model citizen.

Miami-Dade Judge Mindy Glazer reportedly expressed concern about the handling of the situation, noting Kerley’s lack of prior arrests and his Olympic achievements. Glazer stated, “I have a gentleman who’s never been arrested…who his attorney’s saying has competed in the Olympics…and it’s unfortunate that he got to this position.” The incident has sparked debate on social media about the use of force by police.

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