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Ex‑LSU Receiver Demetrius Byrd Arrested After Alleged Knife Threat on Miami Beach Bus

Authorities say surveillance video, witness statements plus a recovered silver multi‑tool established probable cause for the charge.

Overview

  • The arrest followed a disturbance on a Miami‑Dade Transit Route 100 bus near Abbott Avenue and Indian Creek Drive, which police say occurred Monday.
  • Police allege Byrd removed a silver multi‑tool, opened the blade and walked toward a passenger while asking, "Who wants to die?"
  • Officers detained Byrd near the bus stop, recovered the tool during a pat‑down and cited witness statements plus transit surveillance as supporting evidence.
  • A judge found probable cause and charged Byrd with aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, a third‑degree felony.
  • Byrd, 40, is a former LSU wide receiver and 2009 NFL draft pick who was granted a $5,000 bond but must also appear on an outstanding domestic violence warrant, a development that will shape upcoming court dates and custody status.