Arrest Made On Road-Rage Incident Involving Firearm On Palmetto Expressway

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MIAMI (CBSMiami) -- Miami-Dade police have arrested a man in connection with a road-rage incident Thursday involving a firearm on the Palmetto Expressway.

Authorities said they arrested Juan Jose Vargas, 41 and he is being charged with aggravated assault, after pulling a gun on another driver.

Police said the victim contacted police while following Vargas, who allegedly threatened her on the highway.

CBS Miami Chopper4 was over the scene at noon on Northwest 25th Street and the Palmetto, where police had stopped both vehicles.

Police said both drivers were questioned and Vargas was taken into custody.

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