“Fallen Hero: Miami Beach Police Sergeant Honoured at Stadium Memorial”

In a solemn and public tribute, a funeral service was held for Sgt. David Cajuso Jr. of the Miami Beach Police Department, following his tragic death in a motorcycle crash on October 28. The service took place at Hard Rock Stadium, reflecting the magnitude of his service and the community’s loss. wplg
Cajuso, who served on a department-issued motorcycle, died while performing his duty. The public memorial included a procession from police headquarters to the stadium, underscoring the respect paid by fellow officers and the community. The gathering highlighted his love of sports, boating, fishing and family — a reminder that behind every uniform is a person with a life beyond duty.
For Miami-Dade County, this event is more than a single tragedy: it underscores the risks law-enforcement officers face daily, and the cost borne by families and communities. The choice of venue — a major stadium — also signals how communities choose large-scale public recognition for loss and service.
Residents and visitors alike may reflect on how public safety personnel are part of the city’s fabric: not just in emergencies, but in daily life, traffic patrols, community engagement. The memorial serves as a moment of communal pause and gratitude.
In sum: Miami Beach honoured one of its own with dignity and public recognition, reminding us of the human stakes behind policing and service.