Stabbing at Miami Nightclub Leads to Arrests

A night out turned violent early Friday morning after a seating dispute at a Miami nightclub led to a stabbing, leaving one woman injured and two others in handcuffs.

According to the Miami Police Department, the incident occurred shortly after midnight at The Studio, a nightclub located at 652 Northeast 2nd Avenue in downtown Miami.

The altercation began when one of the suspects reportedly returned to a seat she had previously occupied and found another woman sitting there. According to the arrest report, she asked the woman to move. When the woman refused, a physical fight broke out, escalating quickly into violence.

During the altercation, the victim suffered a 2-to-3-inch stab wound to her back.

Authorities say two women—identified as Jasmine Paisley, 24, and Samantha Davis, 33—were involved in the assault. Both attempted to flee the scene but were quickly apprehended after a brief foot chase, thanks in part to an off-duty police officer who intervened and helped detain the suspects while the victim received medical assistance.

Both Paisley and Davis now face serious charges stemming from the violent altercation. While specific charges have not yet been publicly disclosed, felony aggravated battery with a deadly weapon and attempted murder are potential charges that may apply in stabbing cases like this, depending on the severity of the injury and intent.

If convicted, the suspects could face lengthy prison sentences, particularly given the presence of a deadly weapon and the public nature of the crime.

What Rights Does the Victim Have?

Victims of nightclub violence may have legal grounds for both criminal justice and civil compensation. In cases like this, victims may be entitled to file a personal injury claim against:

• The perpetrators of the assault
• The nightclub or venue, if there was a lack of adequate security or failure to intervene
• Third parties if negligence contributed to the escalation of violence

Under Florida premises liability law, nightclubs have a duty of care to protect patrons from foreseeable harm. If there is a history of violent incidents at the venue or if the club failed to provide proper security or staff intervention, they may be held partially liable for the victim’s injuries.

If the victim chooses to pursue a civil lawsuit, she may be entitled to damages such as:

• Medical expenses (emergency care, hospitalization, follow-up treatment)
• Lost wages from time missed at work
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Future rehabilitation costs

A personal injury attorney can investigate the nightclub’s liability and help hold all responsible parties accountable.

At Flanagan & Bodenheimer Injury & Wrongful Death Law Firm, we represent victims of violent incidents in public venues. If you or a loved one was injured in a nightclub, bar, or restaurant due to negligence or assault, you have rights, and we’re here to help.