Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill found himself in the spotlight this week after the Miami-Dade Police Department released the citations related to a traffic stop he experienced before his team’s game on Sunday outside of Hard Rock Stadium. Hill was cited for careless driving and a seatbelt violation, which has sparked a major conversation in the sports world following the release of body cam footage.
According to the citations, Hill was observed visually traveling around 60 mph in an area where the speed limit is reportedly 40 mph, as reported by TMZ. This discrepancy has added fuel to the fire surrounding the incident.
Danny Torres, a 27-year veteran of the force, is currently on administrative duties as an Internal Affairs investigation takes place to determine the appropriate course of action.
The detention of Hill, which involved him being placed facedown on the road and handcuffed, has generated intense reactions from various parties. Hill’s agent, Drew Rosenhaus, expressed his strong opinion on The Dan Le Batard Show, advocating for the officers involved to be fired. Hill’s teammate, Tua Tagovailoa, was visibly shocked and emotional upon viewing the video of the incident.
Despite the tumultuous events leading up to the game, Hill managed to focus on football and played in Sunday’s matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars. He even scored a touchdown in the Dolphins’ 20-17 victory, proving his resilience in the face of adversity.