Suspect charged after woman attacked, sexually assaulted in Miami

A man has been arrested in connection with a violent sexual assault that occurred earlier this week in Miami, authorities announced Saturday.

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According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MDSO) Special Victims Bureau, investigators identified 41-year-old Daysnel Hernandez as the suspect in the July 3 incident near 777 NW 72 Avenue.

Detectives say Hernandez approached a white female victim and struck her in the back of the head with a rock. He then allegedly covered her mouth and held a screwdriver to her neck, forcing her to perform sexual acts against her will.

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Using investigative techniques, MDSO detectives were able to track down and positively identify Hernandez as the suspect. He was subsequently taken into custody and charged.

The investigation remains ongoing.

Case #: PD250703194452
Date of Incident: July 3, 2025
Location: 777 NW 72 Avenue, Miami, FL
Suspect: Daysnel Hernandez, DOB 02/20/1984
Victim’s identity: Withheld for privacy

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Anyone with additional information is urged to contact the MDSO Special Victims Bureau.

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