Brickell Student Receives Hero Award After Tackling Thief
The high school senior was honored by police for his intervention during an August theft at a Metromover station.
Updated on Oct. 16, 2026 in Property Crime
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A Brickell high school senior was honored by the Miami Police for tackling an alleged thief at a Metromover station in August. The teen, Harry Cossyphas, intervened after hearing a woman scream for help and was recognized with a hero award.
Why it matters
The recognition of student bravery highlights the ongoing community effort to address property crime in high-traffic transit corridors like Brickell. The incident underscores the risks often faced by those who intervene in public safety emergencies.
A total of 11 students were honored by the Miami Police and the Do The Right Thing Program for their contributions to community safety. The suspect, 21-year-old Yagiz Dogan, remains in custody.
The players
Harry Cossyphas
A high school senior recognized by local law enforcement for his actions during a crime in Brickell.
Yagiz Dogan
A 21-year-old charged with third degree grand theft who remains in custody.
Miami Police
The local law enforcement agency that presented the hero award and investigated the theft.
Do The Right Thing Program
An organization that partnered with local police to honor 11 students for exemplary conduct.
The details
Harry Cossyphas chased the suspect into an alleyway and tackled him at a Metromover station after hearing a woman call for help. During the confrontation, the suspect sprayed pepper spray into the left eye of the high school senior. Miami Police later charged 21-year-old Yagiz Dogan with third degree grand theft in connection with the August incident.
Timeline
August 2026: Harry Cossyphas detained the suspect in Brickell.
October 15, 2026: Miami Police presented the hero award to Harry Cossyphas.
Beyond the 305
The recognition follows the established precedent of the Do The Right Thing Program, which honors local students for exemplary community conduct. This cycle marks a continuation of the city’s efforts to publicly acknowledge youth who assist in public safety matters.
The incident serves as a reminder of the vigilance often required by those commuting through active areas like Brickell and the Metromover system. Residents should continue to report suspicious activity to law enforcement immediately rather than attempting direct intervention.
The takeaway
Public safety incidents in transit zones remain a point of concern for daily commuters in Brickell. Residents should keep the Miami Police non-emergency line in their contacts for reporting suspicious activity in real time.
Further reading
See more updates on local security issues in the Property Crime section.
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