Brooklyn man arrested on Miami Vice ’85 set

Police detained 23‑year‑old Alex Perez on the Brooklyn set of “Miami Vice ’85” after he displayed a large knife during a dispute, with no injuries reported.

By Felo News Desk · Published Mon, 26 Oct 2026 02:15:09 GMT

Police arrested 23‑year‑old Alex Perez on the Brooklyn set of “Miami Vice ’85” after he brandished a large knife during a dispute with a crew member, NYPD confirmed.

What happened

The confrontation unfolded just after 11 p.m. on Friday, October 25, near Avenue N and McDonald Avenue, close to Washington Cemetery. Perez pulled a butcher‑style knife from his sweatshirt pocket, prompting officers to intervene, seize the weapon and place him in handcuffs. He was taken into custody without further incident and no injuries were reported.

What the reports add

Variety noted that NYPD said Perez has five earlier arrests, among them alleged gang ties, a firearm assault and a burglary.
The Hollywood Reporter said a 42‑year‑old crew member told police he had a verbal argument with Perez before the knife was displayed.
Both outlets referenced footage obtained by TMZ that shows Perez being escorted away by a production staffer before an officer removes the large knife from his clothing.
Variety listed the film’s release as August 6, 2027, while The Hollywood Reporter gave a later date of May 19, 2028.
Both sources identified director Joseph Kosinski and highlighted the ensemble cast, including Alden Ehrenreich and John Leguizamo.

What was said

"Perez was charged with menacing and criminal possession of a weapon," NYPD spokesperson told Variety.

"Perez was charged with menacing and criminal possession of a weapon," NYPD spokesperson told The Hollywood Reporter.

How it came about

“Miami Vice ’85,” a reimagining of the 1980s NBC series, began filming in New York and New Jersey earlier this month, with first‑look images of Austin Butler as Sonny Crockett and Michael B. Jordan as Ricardo Tubbs released in early October. The production’s Brooklyn location placed it near other recent high‑profile incidents in the borough, such as the Kelly Clarkson security‑footage visit on Oct. 10, which Felo News covered in that article.

Key facts

Alex Perez, 23, was arrested on the Brooklyn set of “Miami Vice ’85” after brandishing a knife. (variety.com)
The arrest occurred shortly after 11 p.m. on Oct. 25 near Avenue N and McDonald Avenue, close to Washington Cemetery. (hollywoodreporter.com)
Perez was charged with menacing and criminal possession of a weapon; no injuries were reported. (variety.com)
Perez has five prior arrests, including alleged gang‑related activity, assault with a firearm and burglary. (variety.com)