A normal afternoon on Miami's public transport turned into a scene of horror when a passenger was brutally stabbed inside a trolley, an event captured by surveillance cameras.
The attack occurred on February 4, just before 2:45 PM, when 46-year-old Lamont Collins boarded the tram and, for no apparent reason, began a verbal confrontation with another passenger, 49-year-old Adolf 'Nash' Bruce. Bruce, an employee of the restaurant Amara at Paraiso, was a frequent user of the transportation and was simply waiting to disembark when he became the target of the aggressor.
The video released by the authorities shows Collins walking from the back of the vehicle to the front door, where Bruce was.
The exchange of words quickly escalated into shouting and tension. Despite the driver's efforts to calm the situation—including stopping the vehicle and referring to Collins as "friend"—he persisted in his aggressive demeanor and even brandished a large meat knife.
Although at times it seemed that the situation could de-escalate, Collins pulled out the weapon again and, after a brief struggle, began to stab Bruce repeatedly in front of the other passengers.
Panic overtook the trolley: the screams, blood, and chaos unleashed a horrifying scene. Some passengers tried to escape through the rear emergency windows, while others, in shock, were forced to walk through the blood to leave the vehicle.
Bruce, critically injured, managed to exit on his own but died shortly after due to his wounds.
He was remembered by friends and colleagues as a hardworking man, a lover of basketball and travel. A campaign on GoFundMe aims to raise over $13,000 for funeral expenses.
Lamont Collins managed to escape but was arrested shortly thereafter and charged with second-degree murder. During the preliminary hearing, he pleaded not guilty. He remains in custody without bail.
The Police are continuing to investigate what might have motivated him to commit such an extreme act of violence against a stranger.
Meanwhile, the Miami community mourns the loss of a beloved man and demands increased safety measures in public transportation.
Frequently Asked Questions about Crime on the Miami Trolley
What happened on the Miami trolley?
A passenger was brutally stabbed by an unknown assailant on a trolley in Miami. The attack occurred on February 4th, when Lamont Collins repeatedly stabbed Adolf 'Nash' Bruce, who died from his injuries.
Who is responsible for the attack on the trolley?
Lamont Collins is responsible for the trolley attack. He was arrested shortly after the incident and charged with second-degree murder. He is currently being held without bail.
How has the Miami community reacted to this crime?
The Miami community deeply mourns the loss of Adolf 'Nash' Bruce, remembered as a hardworking and beloved man. They demand increased safety measures in public transportation to prevent future violent incidents.
What are the current security measures in Miami's public transportation?
Currently, public transportation in Miami is equipped with surveillance cameras, as evidenced by the trolley case. However, the community is calling for a review and improvement of these measures to ensure passenger safety in light of the increasing concerns about violence.
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