Coral Springs woman faces multiple charges after allegedly shoving police officer while holding her baby during traffic stop
Coral Springs, Florida – A 32-year-old Coral Springs woman is facing multiple charges after police say she shoved and struck an officer while holding her infant during a traffic stop last week. Authorities report the incident began when the woman, identified as Breona Kendrick, was pulled over for not wearing a seat belt.
According to the police report, the incident occurred on September 23 when an officer observed Kendrick driving a Chevy Spark without a seat belt. He followed her to her apartment complex on NW 45th Street and activated his lights. Kendrick initially exited the vehicle with her hands up but did not follow the officer’s instructions to remain inside the car.
“She walked to the back door of her car and said, ‘I live here, no we are not doing this,’ before pulling her infant from the car seat,” the report states. When the officer attempted to intervene, Kendrick allegedly knocked his hand away and struck his arm with her elbow, according to authorities. She then walked toward her apartment while carrying her child.
The situation escalated further when Kendrick’s parents came outside to intervene. Officers said she continued yelling and resisted arrest despite their efforts to detain her. The report indicates that the confrontation became physical before Kendrick was ultimately taken into custody.
Kendrick has been charged with battery on a law enforcement officer, resisting arrest with violence, and failure to wear a seat belt. Police did not report any serious injuries to the officer or the child, and authorities have not disclosed Kendrick’s current bond status.
Incidents involving resistance to law enforcement while caring for a child are relatively rare, and police said they take extra precautions in such cases to ensure the safety of both the child and responding officers. “Situations like this are dangerous for everyone involved, including the infant,” an official noted in a statement.
Authorities are continuing to review the details of the incident, including witness statements from Kendrick’s family and any video evidence from the traffic stop or nearby security cameras. Coral Springs police emphasized the importance of following officers’ instructions during stops, highlighting that even minor traffic violations can escalate quickly when individuals resist.
The arrest has sparked local discussion about the challenges officers face when civilians resist while caring for children, and the potential risks involved. Meanwhile, Kendrick’s case is expected to proceed through Broward County courts, where the charges could carry significant penalties if she is convicted.
For now, police urge all drivers to comply with seat belt laws and follow officer instructions to prevent similar confrontations, stressing that safety remains the top priority for families and law enforcement alike.
