The former Marlborough House condominium building in Miami Beach collapsed Monday morning, injuring one, according to Miami Beach police.
The building no longer had residents. Permits had been pulled for the destruction of the 13-floor building built in 1963 and bought by Brazilian developer Jose Isaac Peres. Peres plans an 89-story tower on the beachfront property at 5775 Collins Ave.
Update: Building collapse occurred at 5775 Collins Avenue. This building had a permit for building demolition. No additional victims as of yet. Victim transported to JMH. https://t.co/f8XT45yc54
— Miami Beach Police (@MiamiBeachPD) July 23, 2018
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