Chaos Erupts Outside Miami Music Festival — Festivalgoers Flee in Panic

May 29, 2025

What was supposed to be a lit return for the Best of the Best Music Fest in downtown Miami turned into straight-up chaos after a man was shot multiple times by police just outside the event Sunday evening.

The vibes flipped real fast around 7:15 p.m. near Bayfront Park when, according to Miami Police, a car struck an officer directing traffic near NE 2nd Street and Biscayne Blvd — right by the festival entrance. The officer, part of a 50-person security detail for the fest, suffered minor injuries. But things escalated quickly when another officer opened fire, hitting the 21-year-old driver multiple times.

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He was rushed to Ryder Trauma Center, while Miami Fire Rescue confirmed his injuries were serious. His current condition? Still unclear. So is whether he hit the officer on purpose or if he’ll be facing charges. The Florida Department of Law Enforcement is now leading the investigation. 🚨

Social media was flooded with panic — a now-viral clip posted by Only in Dade shows

concertgoers running for cover, someone being loaded into an ambulance, and police detaining a blood-covered individual. The stampede broke out at the main gate, where fans were still being screened for weapons.

People inside the venue said staff yelled for everyone to “get down,” and some attendees lost phones, bags, and even suffered minor injuries in the chaos. Scary AF.

But here’s the twist: The festival didn’t stop. Organizers dropped a statement clarifying that the incident happened outside the event perimeter and involved someone not connected to the festival at all. The music went on, and thousands stayed to enjoy the Caribbean-heavy lineup.